Allowed in EU

Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate

A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate is a diester of a mixture of isostearic, polyhydroxystearic and sebacic acids with Polyglycerin-4

What does it do?

Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Emulsion stabilising

    stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate 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-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate?

Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate is a diester of a mixture of isostearic, polyhydroxystearic and sebacic acids with Polyglycerin-4

Is Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate do in cosmetic products?

Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.

What is the CAS number of Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate 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