PEG-250 Distearate
AKA “9005-08-7, Ethane-1, 2-diol;heptadecanoic acid, SCHEMBL11828691, ethylene glycol;heptadecanoic acid, QYJQHDWGURXGNL-UHFFFAOYSA-N, C19H40O4, MFCD00084419, Protamate 200-DS(TM), PEG-4 Distearate(TM)
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-250 distearate
AKA: 9005-08-7, Ethane-1, 2-diol;heptadecanoic acid, SCHEMBL11828691, Ethylene glycol;heptadecanoic acid, QYJQHDWGURXGNL-UHFFFAOYSA-N, C19H40O4, MFCD00084419, Protamate 200-DS(TM), PEG-4 Distearate(TM)
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-(1-oxooctadecyloxy)-, (250 mol EO average molar ratio)
Formula
C19H40O4
Mol. Weight
332.50
CAS #
9005-08-7
Form
Liquid
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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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Traditional Use
A high molecular weight synthetic emulsifier developed in the 20th century for cosmetic use. Created to provide enhanced water-holding and emulsifying capabilities in skincare and personal care products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR