# PALMITOSTEARIC ACID

URL: https://app.greenveil.ai/ingredients/ingredient_dtxsid_dtxsid4028096
Categories: beauty, cleaning, pharma
Functions: Anti-adhesive/cohesive, anti-fogging agents, Anti-static agent, Cleaning agent, Emulsifier, Lubricating agent, Opacifer, pH regulating agent, Softener and conditioner, Surfactant (surface active agent)
Identifier: DTXSID4028096

> PALMITOSTEARIC ACID is used as anti-adhesive/cohesive / anti-fogging agents. EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 8 composition records across product categories including Construction and building materials, Personal care. Assessed from 5 sources.

## Safety assessment

- Chemical concern: not yet assessed
- Rationale: EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 8 composition records across product categories including Construction and building materials, Personal care.

## Regulatory status

- US: commercial use observed — EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 8 composition records across product categories including Construction and building materials, Personal care. EPA CPDat classifies this chemical for functional uses including Surfactant (surface active agent), Softener and conditioner, Emulsifier.
- US: inactive ingredient database — Route: ORAL; Dosage form: TABLET; Maximum daily exposure: 240 mg
- US: listed in openFDA substance — openFDA substance registry classifies this ingredient as mixture.

_Assessed by Greenveil._