murphyPolyglyceryl-3 Laurate
AKA: 51033-31-9, 70644-94-9, HZOQZUAYCHLWQW-UHFFFAOYSA-N, Dodecanoic acid--propane-1, 2, 3-triol (1/3)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginDerived from lauric acid, a fatty acid typically sourced from coconut or palm kernel oils. Synthesized through esterification of glycerol and lauric acid via catalytic condensation reaction.
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, dodecanoates (1:1) (3 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
Formula
C21H48O11
Mol. Weight
476.60
CAS #
51033-31-9
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Brightens Skin
Mixes Oil & Water
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.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 717)
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 717)
Not an Eye Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 717)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on6%
Rinse-off0.6–2%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2023
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR