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Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Fatty acids, C18-unsatd., dimers, hydrogenated, polymers with glycerol, 16-methylheptadecanoic acid and stearic acid

What does it do?

Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer 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 Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer?

Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, C18-unsatd., dimers, hydrogenated, polymers with glycerol, 16-methylheptadecanoic acid and stearic acid

Is Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?

Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate/isostearate/dimer Dilinoleate Crosspolymer is 1361332-58-2.

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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: 27/02/2014