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Sucrose Palmitate

Sucrose monopalmitate

Safety Notes

Sugar ester; COSMOS-approved; mild; O/W emulsifier; biodegradable

Function & Common Use

Function

Emulsifier

Category

Emulsifier

Common In

Natural emulsions COSMOS products

Origin

Semi-synthetic (sugar + palmitic acid)

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 Sucrose Palmitate safe to use in skincare?

Sucrose Palmitate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Sugar ester; COSMOS-approved; mild; O/W emulsifier; biodegradable

Is Sucrose Palmitate allowed in India?

Sucrose Palmitate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Sucrose Palmitate used for in cosmetics?

Sucrose Palmitate functions as: Emulsifier. It is commonly found in: Natural emulsions COSMOS products.

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

CAS26446-38-8
ECN/A

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