Aluminum Stearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, colorant, emulsion stabilising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dihydroxyaluminium stearate
What does it do?
Aluminum Stearate 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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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Aluminum Stearate is listed in Annex IV of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aluminum Stearate?
Aluminum Stearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dihydroxyaluminium stearate
Is Aluminum Stearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aluminum Stearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aluminum Stearate do in cosmetic products?
Aluminum Stearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, colorant, emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Aluminum Stearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Aluminum Stearate is 7047-84-9.
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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: 12/08/2020