PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data.

PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL

Safety grade: A

This ingredient is a modified form of castor oil that has been processed to help mix oil and water together. It's commonly used in cosmetics to create smooth, stable products like creams and lotions.

It acts as an emulsifier and surfactant to blend incompatible ingredients together, stabilize formulas, and help products spread smoothly on skin.

Graded using: COSING, FDA.

Last verified: May 26, 2026