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Emulsifier

GLYCERYL PENTADECANOATE

CAS 104140-07-0 / 122636-37-7 Updated
86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A monoglyceride emulsifier from pentadecanoic acid — a naturally occurring odd-chain fatty acid found in dairy. Helps blend oil and water phases; smooth feel and excellent tolerance.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild monoglyceride emulsifier
  • Skin-identical odd-chain fatty acid backbone
  • Smooth, non-greasy feel

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossier
  • Less common odd-chain fatty acid than C14/C16 analogues

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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