Aluminum Tristearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, emulsion stabilising, opacifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Aluminium tristearate
What does it do?
Aluminum Tristearate 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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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Aluminum Tristearate 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 Tristearate?
Aluminum Tristearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aluminium tristearate
Is Aluminum Tristearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aluminum Tristearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aluminum Tristearate do in cosmetic products?
Aluminum Tristearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, emulsion stabilising, opacifying, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Aluminum Tristearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Aluminum Tristearate is 637-12-7.
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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