Is PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate safe in cosmetics?
PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
GOOD
Cosmetic Ingredient
PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate
INCI: PEG-12 GLYCERYL DISTEARATE
PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate (CAS Not specifically assigned (generic PEGylated glyceryl ester)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Surfactant, emulsifying agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (generic PEGylated glyceryl ester)
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Function
Surfactant, emulsifying agent
Editorial assessment
GOOD
Preliminary editorial note — not a computed safety verdict.
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR assessed under PEGylated Oils group as safe for cosmetic use. Leave-on maximum concentration reported at 1%.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate.
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Editorial summary
Preliminary editorial summary for PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate — not a computed safety verdict. See the sourced toxicological data above.
Regulatory Flags
peg-ingredient
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate allowed in the EU?
PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate do in cosmetics?
PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate functions as: Surfactant, emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (generic PEGylated glyceryl ester).
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