VeriMomIs sucrose polystearate safe during pregnancy?
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Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
sucrose polystearate
NO KNOWN RISKS100
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Pregnancy-safe products containing sucrose polystearate
dr. hauschka
Dr Hauschka MED Ice Plant Hand Cream
99/100
Innisfree
innisfree Collagen Green Tea Ceramide Bounce Cream - 50ml
99/100
Innisfree
innisfree Collagen Green Tea Ceramide Bounce Cream
99/100
Mastel
Mastel Age Beautifying Moisturizer
99/100
Primera
primera Baby Atotreat Cream - 150ml
98/100
Illiyoon
ILLIYOON Ceramide Derma Moisturizing Facial Cream - 80ml
98/100
Lupin
Lupin Probiom Resgate Spray Hidratante
98/100
Topicrem
Topicrem AH3 Global Anti-Aging Eye Contour
98/100
Illiyoon
ILLIYOON Ceramide Unscented Vegan Hand Cream Set - 50ml + 30ml
98/100
Organic Shop
Organic Shop Nourishing Face Serum With Aloe & Avocado
98/100
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Frequently asked questions
- Is sucrose polystearate safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP reproductive classification (ECHA Annex VI) or SCCS/CIR reproductive restriction found. CIR and cosmetic safety sources treat sucrose esters/polystearates as low‑toxicity cosmetic excipients; peer‑reviewed reproductive hazard data are not reported. Therefore default no evidence of reproductive hazard. (Sources consulted: CIR, ECHA Annex VI, PubChem/CosIng summaries.)
- Is sucrose polystearate safe while breastfeeding?
- No data indicating lactation transfer or reproductive endocrine activity. Large, nonionic sucrose‑polystearate esters are expected to have negligible systemic absorption after topical use; no breast‑feeding specific concerns identified in regulatory/industry safety summaries.
- Is sucrose polystearate safe for baby skin?
- No infant‑specific hazard data. Mechanistic or reproductive concerns not identified. Exposure score increased by +1 for 0–3 y skin due to immature barrier and higher surface‑area‑to‑weight—although the ingredient is high molecular weight and expected to have low dermal absorption, infant exposure potential is higher than adult.
- How does VeriMom score sucrose polystearate?
- VeriMom scores sucrose polystearate at 100/100 (no known risks) 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 sucrose polystearate?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to sucrose polystearate 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.