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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-3 PALMITATE

CAS 143710-24-1
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A polyglycerin ester of palmitic acid used as a mild emulsifier and emollient. Class is CIR-reviewed as safe; suitable for sensitive-skin and natural-positioned formulations.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Gentle non-ionic emulsifier
  • Skin-softening emollient
  • PEG-free formulation option
  • Plant-derived feedstock available

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
  • Variable hydrophilic-lipophilic balance between suppliers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related emulsifiers

Same plant / compound family

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