PEG-12 Palm Kernel Glycerides
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: PEG-12 palm kernel oil glycerides
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
Mono- and diglycerides, palm kernel oil, ethoxylated (12 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
124046-52-2
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier developed in the mid-20th century by polyethylene glycol (PEG) conjugation with palm kernel oil-derived glycerides. Created to improve emulsion stability and texture in cosmetics without traditional precedent.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR