Emulsifier

PEG-40 Stearate

INCI: PEG-40 STEARATE
CAS 9004-99-3
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-hydroxy- (40 mol EO average molar ratio)
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Emulsifying, Surfactant, Humectant
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-hydroxy- (40 mol EO average molar ratio)

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
9004-99-3
INCI
PEG-40 STEARATE
Category
Emulsifier
Updated
Apr 23, 2026