Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,2-diester isomer content must be controlled — potential for PKC activation and epidermal hyperplasia if 1,2-isomer proportion is high. Not reported in current commercial use as of 2022.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glyceryl Di-Hydroxystearate safe in cosmetics?
1,2-diester isomer content must be controlled — potential for PKC activation and epidermal hyperplasia if 1,2-isomer proportion is high. Not reported in current commercial use as of 2022. The EU classifies Glyceryl Di-Hydroxystearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glyceryl Di-Hydroxystearate allowed in the EU?
Glyceryl Di-Hydroxystearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glyceryl Di-Hydroxystearate do in cosmetics?
Glyceryl Di-Hydroxystearate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 122546-20-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Di-Hydroxystearate?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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