Montan/stearic Glycerides
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Montan/Stearic Glycerides is a mixture of mono, di and triglycerides of Stearic Acid and the fatty acids derived from Montan Wax.
What does it do?
Montan/stearic Glycerides is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Montan/stearic Glycerides 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 Montan/stearic Glycerides?
Montan/stearic Glycerides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Montan/Stearic Glycerides is a mixture of mono, di and triglycerides of Stearic Acid and the fatty acids derived from Montan Wax.
Is Montan/stearic Glycerides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Montan/stearic Glycerides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Montan/stearic Glycerides do in cosmetic products?
Montan/stearic Glycerides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 25/04/2019