Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate
AKA “RefChem:866489, SCHEMBL29424576, DNACJYZYGAJDBK-UHFFFAOYSA-N, NCA70503, CID 121596030
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate
AKA: RefChem:866489, SCHEMBL29424576, DNACJYZYGAJDBK-UHFFFAOYSA-N, NCA70503, CID 121596030
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, isooctadecanoates (1:2) (10 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
Formula
C39H80O7
Mol. Weight
661.00
CAS #
63705-03-3, 102033-55-6
Form
Liquid
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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 combining polyglycerin with isostearic acid, developed in recent decades for cosmetic use. Designed to provide stable emulsification and improved spreadability in skincare and color cosmetic products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR