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Sorbeth-60 Tetraoleate
AKA “RefChem:888261, (Z)-octadec-9-enoic acid;2-[2, 3, 4, 5, 6-pentakis(2-hydroxyethoxy)hexoxy]ethanol, SCHEMBL1092427, BKQXIFUXIHZZSI-WBUFAJEVSA-N”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Sorbeth-60 tetraoleate
AKA: RefChem:888261, (Z)-octadec-9-enoic acid;2-[2, 3, 4, 5, 6-pentakis(2-hydroxyethoxy)hexoxy]ethanol, SCHEMBL1092427, BKQXIFUXIHZZSI-WBUFAJEVSA-N
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
D-Glucitol, ethoxylated, tetra-(9-(Z)-octadecenoate (60 mol EO average molar ratio)
Effective at 0.7%
Formula
C90H174O20
Mol. Weight
1576.30
See origin →
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
Synthetic emulsifier developed in the mid-20th century as part of the polysorbate family. Created to provide strong emulsifying power in cosmetic formulations with high water solubility.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.5%
0.9%
0%1%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 0.5-0.9
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR