Highly effective solubilizer for hydrophobic actives in aqueous and low-alcohol cosmetic formulations.
Excellent emulsifying and stabilizing performance across a broad pH range (pH 3–12).
Derived from renewable hydrogenated castor oil, supporting sustainable formulation goals.
Low irritation potential and favorable safety profile, suitable for sensitive skin applications.
Clear to slightly opalescent viscous liquid at room temperature with good cold-process compatibility.
Transparent gels and serums containing essential oils or fragrance oils.
Color cosmetics such as liquid lipsticks and waterproof mascaras.
Shampoos and conditioning agents requiring mild surfactant synergy.
Sunscreen formulations for solubilizing UV filters like avobenzone and octocrylene.
Pharmaceutical topical suspensions and oral solutions requiring taste-masking.
| Chemical Type | Nonionic surfactant — PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil |
| Product Form | Viscous liquid |
| Appearance | Clear to slightly opalescent, pale yellow to amber liquid |
| HLB Value | ~15.0 |
| Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution) | ~85 °C |
| Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | ≤ 2.0 |
| Saponification Value (mg KOH/g) | 65–75 |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
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