Aluminum Isostearates/palmitates
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, emulsion stabilising, opacifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Isostearic acid, palmitic acid, mixture, aluminum salt
What does it do?
Aluminum Isostearates/palmitates is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Aluminum Isostearates/palmitates is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aluminum Isostearates/palmitates?
Aluminum Isostearates/palmitates is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isostearic acid, palmitic acid, mixture, aluminum salt
Is Aluminum Isostearates/palmitates allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aluminum Isostearates/palmitates is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aluminum Isostearates/palmitates do in cosmetic products?
Aluminum Isostearates/palmitates is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, emulsion stabilising, opacifying, viscosity controlling.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010