Sorbitan Triisostearate

AKA: Triisooctadecanoate, 54392-27-7, SORBITAN TRIISOSTEARATE [INCI], [(3S, 4R, 5R)-5-[(1R)-2-hydroxy-1-(16-methylheptadecanoyloxy)ethyl]-4-(16-methylheptadecanoyloxy)oxolan-3-yl] 16-methylheptadecanoate, Anhydrosorbitol triisostearate
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Sorbitan, triisooctadecanoate
Formula
C60H114O8
Mol. Weight
963.50
CAS #
54392-27-7
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Emulsifying
Improves Elasticity
Moisturizing
Boosts Collagen
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier created from sorbitol and isostearic acid. Developed for use in cosmetics to improve the stability and sensory feel of creams and lotions.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR