Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate is the complex ester formed by the reaction of a 17-mole ethoxylate of glycerin with Polyhydroxystearic Acid.
What does it do?
Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
EU regulatory status
Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate 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 Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate?
Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate is the complex ester formed by the reaction of a 17-mole ethoxylate of glycerin with Polyhydroxystearic Acid.
Is Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate do in cosmetic products?
Glycereth-17 Polyhydroxystearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising.
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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: 15/04/2019