Functions
Emulsifier
Pigment wetting agent
Emollient
Lubricator
Viscosity controlling agent
CAS Number(s)
9005-02-1
FDA UNII
FC11NGP7E6
PEG-8 Dilaurate is a polyethylene glycol diester, a nonionic emulsifier obtained through esterifying high-quality lauric acid with polyethylene glycol (8 moles). It is dispersible in water clear liquid, with an HLB value of 10.
PEG-8 Dilaurate is an oil-soluble emulsifier that functions well in nonaqueous systems and is compatible with many amphoteric, anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants and acts as primary and secondary emulsifiers.
In personal care applications, it serves as a conditioner, opacifier, pigment dispersant, emulsifier, emollient, lubricant, and viscosity-modifying agent. PEG-8 Dilaurate is used in bath oils, conditioners, creams, lotions, makeup, ointments, shampoos, and sunscreens.
It may also be used in bath products as a spreading enhancer. PEG-8 Dilaurate may be used as an emulsifier to develop clear microemulsions, contributing emollience to the final product. It is known under the trade name Lumulse™ 42-L.See also
Synonyms
Lumulse™ 42-L
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