Sucrose stearate

Sucrose stearate

INCI SUCROSE STEARATEEC number 246-705-9 / 253-459-6Role Skin conditioning

Sucrose Stearate (INCI: Sucrose Stearate) is an ingredient of plant and synthetic origin, obtained by combining sugar and stearic acid. It acts as an emollient, surfactant, and emulsifier in cosmetic formulations.

Skin conditioningEmollient
Ingredient

Roles & functions

Skin conditioning — Keeps the skin in good condition and protects it; improves its comfort.

Emollient — Softens and smooths the skin while limiting water loss.

Surfactant — Lowers the tension between two surfaces; cleanses and helps remove impurities.

Emulsifying — Allows phases that do not naturally mix, such as water and oil, to be blended together.

Regulatory framework

What the authorities say

AuthorityStatus
Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009)Autorisé
CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008)No CMR classification
ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health)Not identified as an endocrine disruptor
ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59)Not on the Candidate List (SVHC)
European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III)No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling
European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009)No referenced nanoform
Products

Products containing it

Statistics

In Lou’s database

31
products listed
Most frequent categoriesHydration · Body hydration · Eye contour · Masks · Cleansers & makeup removers
Most frequent brandsBioderma · Avril · Bi-Oil · Mustela · Novexpert
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