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Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate

Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate

Safety Notes

Primary W/O emulsifier; widely used in mineral sunscreens; good skin feel; COSMOS-approved versions; well-tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Emulsifier (W/O)

Category

Emulsifier

Common In

W/O sunscreens mineral makeup

Origin

Semi-synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate safe to use in skincare?

Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Primary W/O emulsifier; widely used in mineral sunscreens; good skin feel; COSMOS-approved versions; well-tolerated

Is Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate allowed in India?

Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate used for in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate functions as: Emulsifier (W/O). It is commonly found in: W/O sunscreens mineral makeup.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CASN/A
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