Polyglyceryl-3 Rice Branate
Reviewed by Kate · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
An ingredient that serves as a surfactant and emulsifier
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What Is Polyglyceryl-3 Rice Branate?
An ingredient that serves as a surfactant and emulsifier and is a derivative of the fatty acids that come from rice bran oil. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review has found it safe as used in cosmetics.
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Regulatory information
Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.
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- INCI Name
- POLYGLYCERYL-3 RICE BRANATE
- EC Number
- -
- Function
- Emulsifying
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