Polysorbate 60
Medium ConcernAlso known as
polysorbate 60e435tween 60
The concern
Same class of emulsifier as polysorbate 80. May be contaminated with 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide during manufacture. Gut microbiome disruption shown in animal studies.
What to look for on labels
This ingredient may appear under any of the following names or codes on product labels:
- Polysorbate 60
- polysorbate 60
- e435
- tween 60
Data sourced from IARC, FDA, EFSA, WHO and EWG public data. For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.