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Glyceryl Monostearate

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

No limit or restriction identified in the sources checked.

Function & Common Use

Function

As Glyceryl Stearate: emollient, emulsifying (CosIng)

Category

Emollient

Common In

-

Origin

-

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

Not specified

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit identified in the EU consolidated text of 18 May 2026

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glyceryl Monostearate safe to use in skincare?

Glyceryl Monostearate has a High concern rating. No limit or restriction identified in the sources checked.

Is Glyceryl Monostearate allowed in India?

Glyceryl Monostearate is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Glyceryl Monostearate used for in cosmetics?

Glyceryl Monostearate functions as: As Glyceryl Stearate: emollient, emulsifying (CosIng). It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.

TCS Assessment
N/A
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert assessment by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU

Permitted; no EU restriction found in the consolidated Regulation 1223/2009 text of 18 May 2026 (searched by INCI name and CAS)

US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified

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