PEG-8 Ditallate

PEG-8 Ditallate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 8 Ditallate, PEG-8 Ditallowic Acid Ester
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from polyethylene glycol (PEG) and tall oil or tallate esters as starting materials. Synthesized through esterification of polyethylene glycol with tall oil fatty acids via catalytic condensation.
Fatty acids, tall-oil, diester with polyethylene glycol (8 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
61791-01-3
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Fights Bacteria
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2015
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR