Is Dextrin Stearate safe in cosmetics?
Dextrin Stearate has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Dextrin Stearate
INCI: DEXTRIN STEARATE
Dextrin Stearate (CAS Not publicly confirmed (sometimes listed under 9004-53-9 derivatives)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Oil gelling agent, emulsifier, binder (dextrin fatty acid ester class). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not publicly confirmed (sometimes listed under 9004-53-9 derivatives)
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Function
Oil gelling agent, emulsifier, binder (dextrin fatty acid ester class)
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — not prohibited or restricted under 21 CFR
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Dextrin Stearate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Dextrin Stearate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dextrin Stearate allowed in the EU?
Dextrin Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dextrin Stearate do in cosmetics?
Dextrin Stearate functions as: Oil gelling agent, emulsifier, binder (dextrin fatty acid ester class). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly confirmed (sometimes listed under 9004-53-9 derivatives).
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