Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate

Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 51033-31-9, 70644-94-9, HZOQZUAYCHLWQW-UHFFFAOYSA-N, Dodecanoic acid--propane-1, 2, 3-triol (1/3)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, dodecanoates (1:1) (3 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
Formula
C21H48O11
Mol. Weight
476.60
CAS #
51033-31-9
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
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier combining polyglycerin with lauric acid from coconut oil. Developed as a gentler alternative to traditional synthetic surfactants in skincare products.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR