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ECHA regulatory hazard statements
- •H361
Products containing propylene glycol distearate — check your shelf
These products list propylene glycol distearate on their INCI. If one is in your routine, consider swapping it during pregnancy.
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FAQ
- Is propylene glycol distearate safe during pregnancy?
- Authoritative safety review (CIR) groups propylene glycol esters including propylene glycol distearate and concluded they are "safe as used" based on metabolism to propylene glycol and fatty acids and available toxicology; there is no harmonised (Annex VI) CLP classification for this substance and ECHA C&L self‑notifications are not equivalent to harmonised CLP. No peer‑reviewed reproductive toxicity data show developmental/teratogenic effects for this ester. (CIR; ECHA substance/C&L info; example SDSs that list supplier notifications exist but do not represent harmonised CLP).
- Is propylene glycol distearate safe while breastfeeding?
- Same rationale as pregnancy: read‑across to propylene glycol and fatty acids, CIR concluded safe as used and no data indicate lactation‑specific reproductive hazards or mammary transfer of hazard; no harmonised H360 classification present. Supplier SDSs occasionally show H361 as a notified classification but these are not harmonised CLH entries and do not override CIR/registration information.
- Is propylene glycol distearate safe for baby skin?
- Hazard and mechanism: no evidence of reproductive or developmental hazard specific to infants; mechanism evidence lacking. Exposure: although adult topical absorption is considered negligible for a large ester and CIR found these esters safe in topical use, infant skin has higher absorption potential so exposure score is increased by +1 for baby skin (0→1) as per your scoring rules. No infant‑specific toxicity data were identified.
- How does VeriMom score propylene glycol distearate?
- VeriMom scores propylene glycol distearate at 39/100 (high risk) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to propylene glycol distearate?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to propylene glycol distearate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.