Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-2 DISTEARATE

CAS Number
Not publicly registered (polymeric UVCB)
Function
Skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed (2023) — safe as used; FDA permitted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Safe as used in cosmetics per CIR review; formulate to be non-irritating.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate safe in cosmetics?

Safe as used in cosmetics per CIR review; formulate to be non-irritating. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate allowed in the EU?

Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly registered (polymeric UVCB).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate?

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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