Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate is a well-tolerated emulsifying agent with established safety profile and adequate margin of safety for cosmetic use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate safe in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate is a well-tolerated emulsifying agent with established safety profile and adequate margin of safety for cosmetic use. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate allowed in the EU?
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate do in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 12694-22-3; 9009-32-9 (generic).
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate?
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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