PEG-5 TALL OIL STEROL

INCI: PEG-5 TALL OIL STEROL | Function: Emulsifier, Surfactant | Type: PEG Tall Oil Sterol

What Is PEG-5 TALL OIL STEROL?

PEG-5 TALL OIL STEROL 是一种PEG化妥尔油甾醇(Tall Oil Sterol PEG Ether),由松木制浆副产物妥尔油中的植物甾醇(β-谷甾醇等)与PEG-5醚化制得。作为天然来源的非离子乳化剂和表面活性剂,兼具甾醇的皮肤亲和性和PEG的亲水性,适用于敏感肌和天然配方。(PEG-5 TALL OIL STEROL is a PEGylated tall oil sterol ether produced from plant sterols (β-sitosterol etc.) in tall oil (a pine pulping byproduct) etherified with PEG-5. As a naturally-derived non-ionic emulsifier and surfactant, it combines sterol skin affinity with PEG hydrophilicity, suitable for sensitive skin and natural formulations.)

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Specifications

PropertyValue
Usage AreasFace, Body, Hair
Product TypeLeave-On, Rinse-Off
SourcePlant
Natural LevelNatural-derived

Safety Ratings

MetricRating
Skin Sensitivity1/5 (very low)
Comedogenic Rating0/5
EWG Score1/10

Regional Regulatory Limits

RegionLeave-on %Rinse-off %Status
EU (CosIng)No limitNo limitAllowed
US (CIR/FDA)No limitNo limitAllowed
Japan (MHLW)No limitNo limitAllowed
ASEANNo limitNo limitAllowed
China (NMPA)No limitNo limitAllowed

Typical Usage % by Product Type

Product TypeTypical %
Sensitive Skin Cream1 - 4%
Baby Lotion0.5 - 2%
Natural Shampoo1 - 3%

References

  1. CIR (2010) — Safety Assessment of PEGs as Used in Cosmetics. Conclusion: PEGs safe as used. PMID: 20629512
  2. CosIng (2025) — European Commission Cosmetic Ingredient Database. https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/
  3. EWG Skin Deep — PEG compound hazard database. https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/
  4. SpecialChem — Cosmetic ingredient selector and formulator reference. https://cosmetics.specialchem.com/
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