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Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate

Low concern

Polyglyceryl fatty-acid esters are reviewed by CIR as safe in current cosmetic use practices; not a food-grade additive.

Found in
7 products

What it is

Ester of polyglycerin-2 and capric acid; a non-ionic surfactant/emulsifier used in cosmetics.

Cosmetic emulsifier; not a typical food ingredient.

Why it's flagged

What regulators actually say

"Polyglyceryl fatty acid esters reviewed by CIR Expert Panel for safe cosmetic use."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Cosmetic ingredient; not a listed food additive.

European Union — EFSA

Not authorized as a food additive.

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