Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Well-established pearlizing agent with excellent safety record. Oral LD50 greater than 5,000 mg/kg. Monitor 1,4-dioxane impurity from ethoxylation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glycol Distearate safe in cosmetics?
Well-established pearlizing agent with excellent safety record. Oral LD50 greater than 5,000 mg/kg. Monitor 1,4-dioxane impurity from ethoxylation. The EU classifies Glycol Distearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glycol Distearate allowed in the EU?
Glycol Distearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glycol Distearate do in cosmetics?
Glycol Distearate functions as: Opacifying/pearlizing agent, emollient, emulsifier. It is classified as a Emulsifier in our database. CAS number: 627-83-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glycol Distearate?
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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