Polysorbate 60

Medium Concern
Emulsifier

Also 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.

Read the source: EWG / NIH

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

Learn more

Read the full evidence directly from the authoritative source.

View source — EWG / NIH

Data sourced from IARC, FDA, EFSA, WHO and EWG public data. For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.