Background
Polysorbate 20 is a nonionic surfactant used as an emulsifier. It is soluble in water and its addition to a product makes it more fluid.
SynonymsTween 20
UsesEmulsifiers
Cosmetics
Topical medications
Surfactants
Dispersing agents
Defoamers
Oral and parenteral medicatons
Cross-ReactionsUnusual ReactionsBack to list of contact allergens
Referenties
| 1. |
Tosti, A., et al., Prevalence and sources
of sensitization to emulsifiers: a clinical study. Contact
Dermatitis, 1990. 23(2): p. 68-72. |
| 2. |
Pasche-Koo, F., et al., High
sensitization rate to emulsifiers in patients with chronic leg
ulcers. Contact Dermatitis, 1994. 31(4): p. 226-8. |
Author(s):
dr. Jan R. Mekkes. Dermatologist, Amsterdam UMC.
ICD10:
L23.9