Is Glyceryl Isopalmitate safe in cosmetics?
Glyceryl Isopalmitate has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Glyceryl Isopalmitate
INCI: GLYCERYL ISOPALMITATE
Glyceryl Isopalmitate (CAS Not specifically assigned (monoester of glycerin and branched C16 acid)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning agent — emollient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (monoester of glycerin and branched C16 acid)
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Function
Skin conditioning agent — emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — CIR: safe in present practices of use; not reported to FDA VCRP as in-use at time of assessment
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Glyceryl Isopalmitate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Glyceryl Isopalmitate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glyceryl Isopalmitate allowed in the EU?
Glyceryl Isopalmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glyceryl Isopalmitate do in cosmetics?
Glyceryl Isopalmitate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (monoester of glycerin and branched C16 acid).
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