Zinc Stearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, colorant, slip modifier in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Zinc dioctadecanoate
What does it do?
Zinc Stearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
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Slip modifier
alters how a product spreads and feels on skin — typically making it glide more smoothly
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Zinc Stearate is listed in Annex IV of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Zinc Stearate?
Zinc Stearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zinc dioctadecanoate
Is Zinc Stearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Zinc Stearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Zinc Stearate do in cosmetic products?
Zinc Stearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, colorant, slip modifier, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Zinc Stearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Zinc Stearate is 557-05-1.
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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: 12/08/2020