Polyglyceryl-2 Palmitate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-2 PALMITATE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (monoester of palmitic acid + diglycerol)
Function
Skin-conditioning agent emollient; surfactant emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Safe when formulated to be non-irritating (2023)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Constituent fatty acid (palmitic) and glycerol are both endogenous metabolites with established safety profile.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-2 Palmitate safe in cosmetics?

Constituent fatty acid (palmitic) and glycerol are both endogenous metabolites with established safety profile. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-2 Palmitate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyglyceryl-2 Palmitate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Polyglyceryl-2 Palmitate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-2 Palmitate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent emollient; surfactant emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (monoester of palmitic acid + diglycerol).

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

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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