PEG-3 Diisostearate
AKA “8NL22B6JG0, EMALEX TEG-DI-IS, RefChem:1094418, 68958-56-5, SCHEMBL28835957, Q27270789”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-3 diisostearate
AKA: 8NL22B6JG0, EMALEX TEG-DI-IS, RefChem:1094418, 68958-56-5, SCHEMBL28835957, Q27270789
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxoisooctadecyl)-.omega.-[(1-oxoisooctadecyl)oxy]- (3 mol EO average molar ratio)
Formula
C42H82O6
Mol. Weight
683.10
CAS #
68958-56-5
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic polyethylene glycol ester developed in the mid-20th century as a surfactant and emulsifier. Created to provide water solubility to oily compounds and improve product texture in modern cosmetic formulations.
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 Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR