PEG-12 Palm Kernel Glycerides
AKA “PEG-12 palm kernel oil glycerides”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-12 palm kernel glycerides
AKA: PEG-12 palm kernel oil glycerides
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
Mono- and diglycerides, palm kernel oil, ethoxylated (12 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
124046-52-2
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier developed in the mid-20th century by polyethylene glycol (PEG) conjugation with palm kernel oil-derived glycerides. Created to improve emulsion stability and texture in cosmetics without traditional precedent.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR