Phosphatidylglycerol
What is it?
Phosphatidylglycerol is the phospholipid that conforms to the formula:(structure)where RCO- represents naturally occurring fatty acids
EU regulatory status
Phosphatidylglycerol 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 Phosphatidylglycerol?
Phosphatidylglycerol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phosphatidylglycerol is the phospholipid that conforms to the formula:(structure)where RCO- represents naturally occurring fatty acids
Is Phosphatidylglycerol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phosphatidylglycerol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 19/07/2012