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Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate
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
- not a food-grade ingredient
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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