SAFE
Glyceryl distearate
Glyceryl distearate (E471)
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Excipients & Additives
PubMed Studies
280
About
Diglyceride of stearic acid used as emulsifier. E471. Same general safety profile as glyceryl monostearate. Used in sustained-release pharmaceutical formulations.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Very safe. Same profile as glyceryl monostearate. Metabolised to glycerol and stearic acid.
🏷️ Other Names
Glyceryl distearate (E471)