Very safe. Metabolised to glycerol and stearic acid. GRAS. Source consideration for vegan products (animal vs vegetable stearic acid). No significant safety concerns.
Monoglyceride of stearic acid used as emulsifier and lubricant. E471. Metabolised to glycerol and stearic acid. GRAS. Widely used in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
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.
| Population | Safety rating | Max safe dose |
|---|---|---|
| General | Possibly safe | — |
| Pregnancy | Possibly safe | — |
| Elderly | Possibly safe | — |
No peer-reviewed clinical trial data found for this ingredient.
Data by supplement.ge — Public Health Institute of Georgia (PHIG)