Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate

AKA: Sorbitan Polysorbate Ester

Plant-Derived

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Clean

OriginDerived from sorbitol (a sugar alcohol) and isostearic acid, typically from botanical oils or synthetic sources. Produced through esterification of sorbitol with isostearic acid, followed by ethoxylation with polyethylene glycol.

Polyethylene Glycol (30) Sorbitol Tetraisostearate

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

Dryness

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Cleansing Surfactant

Emulsifier

Removes Impurities

Mixes Oil & Water

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Restricted By

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Concentration Guide

CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.

CIR · report published 2015

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR