Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Glyceryl Stearate SE

CAS Number
11099-07-3
Function
Emulsifier; Lubricating agent; No specific technical function; Softener and conditioner; Surfactant (surface active agent)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: S - IJT 23(Suppl. 2):55-94, 2004; IJT 39(S3):93-126, 2020

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

eu-unrestricted no-sccs-opinion cir-approved gras-fda natural-origin eu_children_restricted epa_safer_alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glyceryl Stearate SE safe in cosmetics?

Glyceryl Stearate SE has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.

Is Glyceryl Stearate SE allowed in the EU?

Glyceryl Stearate SE EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Glyceryl Stearate SE do in cosmetics?

Glyceryl Stearate SE functions as: Emulsifier; Lubricating agent; No specific technical function; Softener and conditioner; Surfactant (surface active agent). It is classified as a Cosmetic Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 11099-07-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Stearate SE?

not established 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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