Common Name(s): Peg-30 hydrogenated castor oil isostearate,peg-30 hco isostearate modified hco,polyoxyethylene-30 hydrogenated castor oil isostearate modified hco

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Helps oil and water blend and can dissolve oily ingredients into clear water-based products.

Why It's Used: Hlb ~12–14 from peg-30 modification; hydrogenated castor oil provides stable ricinoleic-based core with isostearate modified hco modification.

How It Works: Peg-30 units give hlb ~12–14; hydrogenated castor oil core (12-hydroxystearic acid glycerides) provides oil-phase anchoring; isostearate modified hco.

Typically Found In: O/w emulsions,clear formulations,oil solubilizers,fragrance solubilizers

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Functional ingredient – emulsifier

Secondary Functions: Solubilizing,skin conditioning,surfactant

Application Areas:

Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%–5%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: Yes

Halal Status: Yes

Source Notes: Castor oil from ricinus communis; hydrogenated; eo from petrochemical.

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic

Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated. peg-based; trace 1,4-dioxane concern for certified organic.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1–2.

Works Well With: Fragrance oils,essential oils,other peg emulsifiers,humectants

Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Peg-30 hco isostearate: single isostearate modification reduces hlb vs pure peg-30 hco; branching improves cold stability; o/w emulsification.

Last Verified: 2026-03-27

Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary