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GLYCERETH-7 BENZOATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
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About
Glycereth-7 Benzoate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Glycereth-7 Benzoate (CAS 139247-28-2) is a polyglycerol ether with 7 mol EO and a benzoate group. The benzoate moiety provides additional skin conditioning properties and antimicrobial benefits. EU Regulation 1223/2009 permits this ingredient with no entries in Annex II or III. Benzoate esters are generally considered safe, though residual benzene from manufacturing could be a concern if not properly controlled.
Skin benefits
- Provides skin conditioning and emollient effects
- Benzoate group may offer mild antimicrobial properties
- Functions as a co-surfactant and emulsifier
Known concerns
- Residual benzene risk from benzoate manufacturing if not controlled
- Standard PEG manufacturing impurity concerns
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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