16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Estra-1,3,5(10)-triene-16-carboxylic acid, 3,17-dihydroxy-, ethyl ester, (16a,17ß)-
What does it do?
16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is 16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate?
16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Estra-1,3,5(10)-triene-16-carboxylic acid, 3,17-dihydroxy-, ethyl ester, (16a,17ß)-
Is 16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. 16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate do in cosmetic products?
16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of 16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 16-Alpha Ethyl Estradiolcarboxylate is 345294-78-2.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 30/04/2020