Allowed in EU

Propylene Glycol Stearate Se

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

What is it?

Octadecanoic acid, reaction products with 1,2,3-propanetriol, neutralized

What does it do?

Propylene Glycol Stearate Se is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Opacifying

    makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

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

EU regulatory status

Propylene Glycol Stearate Se 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 Propylene Glycol Stearate Se?

Propylene Glycol Stearate Se is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octadecanoic acid, reaction products with 1,2,3-propanetriol, neutralized

Is Propylene Glycol Stearate Se allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Propylene Glycol Stearate Se is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Propylene Glycol Stearate Se do in cosmetic products?

Propylene Glycol Stearate Se is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: opacifying, surfactant - emulsifying.

What is the CAS number of Propylene Glycol Stearate Se?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Propylene Glycol Stearate Se 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