Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate Esters
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Glyceryl/Polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/Behenate Esters is the mixture of esters formed by the reaction of Glycerin and Polyglycerin-6 with Isostearic Acid and Behenic Acid; 1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer (6 mol glycerol average), esters with 1,2,3-propanetriol, isoocatdecanoic acid and docosanoic acid
What does it do?
Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate Esters is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate 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 Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate Esters?
Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate Esters is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glyceryl/Polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/Behenate Esters is the mixture of esters formed by the reaction of Glycerin and Polyglycerin-6 with Isostearic Acid and Behenic Acid; 1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer (6 mol glycerol average), esters with 1,2,3-propanetriol, isoocatdecanoic acid and docosanoic acid
Is Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate Esters allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate Esters is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate Esters do in cosmetic products?
Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate Esters is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate Esters?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Glyceryl/polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/behenate 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