Propylene Glycol Distearate

INCI: PROPYLENE GLYCOL DISTEARATE

CAS Number
6182-11-2
Function
Opacifying agent; Skin-conditioning (occlusive); Viscosity increasing (nonaqueous); Pearlescent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; PG mono/diesters GRAS for food (21 CFR 172.856); CIR: safe as used (2014)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Can enhance dermal penetration of co-formulated actives; caution when combining with ingredients whose safety relies on lack of absorption; ensure cGMP for heavy metal/pesticide control

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Propylene Glycol Distearate safe in cosmetics?

Can enhance dermal penetration of co-formulated actives; caution when combining with ingredients whose safety relies on lack of absorption; ensure cGMP for heavy metal/pesticide control The EU classifies Propylene Glycol Distearate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Propylene Glycol Distearate allowed in the EU?

Propylene Glycol Distearate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Propylene Glycol Distearate do in cosmetics?

Propylene Glycol Distearate functions as: Opacifying agent; Skin-conditioning (occlusive); Viscosity increasing (nonaqueous); Pearlescent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6182-11-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Propylene Glycol 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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