Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling, surfactant - solubilizing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate is the pentaester of Stearic Acid and a polyethylene glycol ether of Sorbitol containing an average of 230 moles of ethylene oxide.
What does it do?
Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
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Surfactant - solubilizing
surfactant that dissolves small amounts of oils into a clear water-based formulation
EU regulatory status
Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate 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 Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate?
Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate is the pentaester of Stearic Acid and a polyethylene glycol ether of Sorbitol containing an average of 230 moles of ethylene oxide.
Is Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate do in cosmetic products?
Sorbeth-230 Pentastearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling, surfactant - solubilizing.
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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: 25/06/2026