Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Croda Etocas 40 PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Nonionic Surfactant

Croda Etocas 40 is a nonionic surfactant from Croda’s Etocas series, featuring PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil as its active ingredient. It delivers excellent emulsification, solubilization, and mildness for personal care and pharmaceutical formulations. Highly water-soluble, biodegradable, and low-irritating, it enhances stability and viscosity control while meeting global regulatory standards including ECOCERT and COSMOS.
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Features Of Croda Etocas 40 PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Nonionic Surfactant

  1. Highly effective solubilizer for hydrophobic actives in aqueous and low-alcohol cosmetic formulations.

  2. Excellent emulsifying and stabilizing performance across a broad pH range (pH 3–12).

  3. Derived from renewable hydrogenated castor oil, supporting sustainable formulation goals.

  4. Low irritation potential and favorable safety profile, suitable for sensitive skin applications.

  5. Clear to slightly opalescent viscous liquid at room temperature with good cold-process compatibility.

Typical Applications Of Croda Etocas 40 PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Nonionic Surfactant

  1. Transparent gels and serums containing essential oils or fragrance oils.

  2. Color cosmetics such as liquid lipsticks and waterproof mascaras.

  3. Shampoos and conditioning agents requiring mild surfactant synergy.

  4. Sunscreen formulations for solubilizing UV filters like avobenzone and octocrylene.

  5. Pharmaceutical topical suspensions and oral solutions requiring taste-masking.

Specifications Of Croda Etocas 40 PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Nonionic Surfactant

Chemical TypeNonionic surfactant — PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil
Product FormViscous liquid
AppearanceClear 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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