2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Alanine, N-(2-hexyl-1,3-dioxodecyl)-, methyl ester
What does it do?
2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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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
2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate 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 2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate?
2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Alanine, N-(2-hexyl-1,3-dioxodecyl)-, methyl ester
Is 2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. 2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate do in cosmetic products?
2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of 2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Methyl Alaninate is 2338541-06-1.
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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