Polysorbate 80 Acetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sorbitan, ethoxylated, mono-9-(Z)-octadecenoate, acetate (20 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Polysorbate 80 Acetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Polysorbate 80 Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Polysorbate 80 Acetate?
Polysorbate 80 Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sorbitan, ethoxylated, mono-9-(Z)-octadecenoate, acetate (20 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Polysorbate 80 Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polysorbate 80 Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polysorbate 80 Acetate do in cosmetic products?
Polysorbate 80 Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Polysorbate 80 Acetate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polysorbate 80 Acetate is 89964-07-8.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010