Surfactant

Sorbitan Palmate

INCI: SORBITAN PALMATE
CAS Not individually assigned (mixed-chain palm fatty acid ester of sorbitan)
Sorbitan Palmate is the monoester of Palm Acid and hexitol anhydrides derived from sorbitol
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Surfactant – Emulsifying Agent
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Not safe
Fungal Acne
Not safe
Details

Description

Sorbitan Palmate is the monoester of Palm Acid and hexitol anhydrides derived from sorbitol

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (mixed-chain palm fatty acid ester of sorbitan)
INCI
SORBITAN PALMATE
Category
Surfactant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026