Allowed in EU

Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters

A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters is a product obtained by the transesterification of Polyglycerin-3 and Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, and Jojoba Wax and Rice Bran Wax

What does it do?

Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Emulsion stabilising

    stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters 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 Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters?

Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters is a product obtained by the transesterification of Polyglycerin-3 and Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, and Jojoba Wax and Rice Bran Wax

Is Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters do in cosmetic products?

Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.

What is the CAS number of Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters is -.

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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