Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Mixture of two monoesters (Glyceryl Stearate and Glyceryl Acetate) reviewed individually; both components permitted in cosmetics, though Glyceryl Acetate showed positive genotoxicity in vitro requiring confirmation of negative in vivo results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glyceryl Stearate/Acetate safe in cosmetics?
Mixture of two monoesters (Glyceryl Stearate and Glyceryl Acetate) reviewed individually; both components permitted in cosmetics, though Glyceryl Acetate showed positive genotoxicity in vitro requiring confirmation of negative in vivo results. The EU classifies Glyceryl Stearate/Acetate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glyceryl Stearate/Acetate allowed in the EU?
Glyceryl Stearate/Acetate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glyceryl Stearate/Acetate do in cosmetics?
Glyceryl Stearate/Acetate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient, emulsifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Mixture — no unique CAS; components: Glyceryl Stearate (31566-31-1) + Glyceryl Acetate (26446-35-5).
What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Stearate/Acetate?
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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