Calcium Stearoyl Lactylate
AKA “Calcium stearoyl-2-lactylate, Octadecanoic acid, 2-(1-carboxyethoxy)-1-methyl-2-oxoethyl ester, calcium salt, calcium stearoyl lactate, INS NO.482(I), INS-482(I), E-482(I)”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Calcium stearoyl lactylate
AKA: Calcium stearoyl-2-lactylate, Octadecanoic acid, 2-(1-carboxyethoxy)-1-methyl-2-oxoethyl ester, Calcium salt, Calcium stearoyl lactate, INS NO.482(I), INS-482(I), E-482(I)
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Chemical Exfoliant
Synthetic
Clean
A natural cleansing agent that helps remove impurities and blend ingredients together, keeping your product smooth and effective.
Solubility Slightly soluble in hot water
Formula
C48H86CaO12
Mol. Weight
895.30
CAS #
5793-94-2
Form
Powder
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier developed in the mid-20th century to stabilize oil-water mixtures in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR