Aluminum Distearate
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AKA: Hydroxyaluminum distearate, 300-92-5, Aluminium distearate, Special M, Aluminum hydroxydistearate, Aluminum hydroxide distearate, HSDB 5487
Plant-Derived
Emulsifier
Clean
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the following ingredients are safe in the present practices of use andconcentration described in the safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating and non-sensitizing, which may be basedon a QRA...Aluminum Distearate...
Solubility Insoluble in water, alcohol, ether
Formula
C36H72AlO5
Mol. Weight
611.90
CAS #
300-92-5
Form
Wax
Functions
Anticaking
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Opacifying
Viscosity Controlling
Prevents Clumping
Stabilizes Emulsion
Adds Opacity
Controls Viscosity
Keeps product blended
Creates creamy opacity
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A synthetic aluminum salt developed in the 20th century as a gelling, thickening, and anti-caking agent widely used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR