Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer

By Maria Miller

Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer

(PolySugaMulse® D9)

INCI Name
Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer

CAS Number
1443994‑56‑6

Raw Material Source
Primarily palm oil–derived fatty acids and plant‑based sugars (biobased feedstocks).

Overview
Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer (PolySugaMulse D9) is a PEG‑free, nonionic emulsifier created from renewable, biobased raw materials.

It is designed for oil‑in‑water (O/W) emulsions, fragrance solubilization, and dispersing a wide range of natural and synthetic oils.

Its structure is engineered to provide gentle, effective emulsification without the irritation concerns sometimes associated with PEG‑based systems.

Cosmetic Functions

  • Emulsifier (O/W) — creates stable, smooth emulsions
  • Solubilizer — helps disperse essential oils, fragrances, and lipophilic actives
  • Dispersant — improves uniform distribution of oils and pigments
  • Mild, PEG‑free alternative — supports gentle, skin‑friendly formulations

Production & Sustainability Profile

Biobased Origin
PolySugaMulse D9 is produced from renewable plant‑derived materials, including palm‑based fatty acids and sugar‑derived glucosides. “Biobased” refers to ingredients sourced from renewable biological materials such as plants, which helps reduce reliance on fossil‑fuel‑derived chemicals.

Palm‑Derived but Modified for Performance
Although the starting material is palm oil, the ingredient undergoes chemical modification to create a high‑performance crosspolymer with improved emulsification and stability.

Environmental Considerations

  • Biobased sourcing supports reduced dependence on fossil fuels and aligns with global climate goals.
  • The proprietary manufacturing process is not publicly disclosed, but like most surfactant and emulsifier production, it may involve energy, water, and chemical inputs that require responsible waste management.
  • PEG‑free chemistry avoids ethoxylation, a process that can generate impurities such as 1,4‑dioxane in conventional PEG emulsifiers.

Skin Compatibility & Safety

  • Nonionic and PEG‑free, making it suitable for sensitive‑skin formulations
  • Designed to be mild and low‑irritation
  • Helps create stable emulsions without the need for harsher surfactants

Applications in Natural Moxy Formulations
Ideal for:

Its gentle profile and renewable sourcing make it a strong fit for Natural Moxy’s clean‑formulation philosophy.

Related Ingredients
Decyl Glucoside | Sorbitan Oleate | Coco‑Glucoside

Citations

  1. Poly Suga®Mulse D9 — Colonial Chemical (UL Prospector)
  2. PolySugaMulse D9 Technical Data Sheet — Colonial Chemical
  3. Poly SugaMulse D9 — Formulator Sample Shop
  4. USDA BioPreferred Program — Definition of Biobased Products
  5. NASA Climate Change — Emissions Reduction Benefits
  6. UCAR Center for Science Education — Reducing Greenhouse Gases
  7. Frontiers — Sustainable Energy Transition
  8. International Energy Agency — Clean Energy Growth
  9. Resilience.org — Reducing Fossil Fuel Use
  10. Colonial Chemical — PolySugaMulse D9 MB Product Page

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