Is Propylene Glycol Stearate SE safe in cosmetics?
Propylene Glycol Stearate SE has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Propylene Glycol Stearate SE
INCI: PROPYLENE GLYCOL STEARATE SE
Propylene Glycol Stearate SE (CAS 1323-39-3 (base ester, combined with sodium/potassium stearate)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Self-Emulsifying, Stabilizing, Emollient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
1323-39-3 (base ester, combined with sodium/potassium stearate)
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Function
Self-Emulsifying, Stabilizing, Emollient
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR: Safe as used; GRAS base component; VCRP listed
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Propylene Glycol Stearate SE allowed in the EU?
Propylene Glycol Stearate SE EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Propylene Glycol Stearate SE do in cosmetics?
Propylene Glycol Stearate SE functions as: Self-Emulsifying, Stabilizing, Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1323-39-3 (base ester, combined with sodium/potassium stearate).
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