Pentaerythrityl Stearates
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pentaerythrityl Stearates is a mixture of the mono-, di- and triesters of Pentaerythritol and Stearic Acid.
What does it do?
Pentaerythrityl Stearates is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
EU regulatory status
Pentaerythrityl Stearates 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 Pentaerythrityl Stearates?
Pentaerythrityl Stearates is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pentaerythrityl Stearates is a mixture of the mono-, di- and triesters of Pentaerythritol and Stearic Acid.
Is Pentaerythrityl Stearates allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pentaerythrityl Stearates is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pentaerythrityl Stearates do in cosmetic products?
Pentaerythrityl Stearates is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair fixing.
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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: 24/10/2019