2-Ethylhexylal
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Bis-Ethylhexyloxymethane,Heptane, 3,3'-[methylenebis(oxymethylene)]bis-
What does it do?
2-Ethylhexylal is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
2-Ethylhexylal 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-Ethylhexylal?
2-Ethylhexylal is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bis-Ethylhexyloxymethane,Heptane, 3,3'-[methylenebis(oxymethylene)]bis-
Is 2-Ethylhexylal allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. 2-Ethylhexylal is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 2-Ethylhexylal do in cosmetic products?
2-Ethylhexylal is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of 2-Ethylhexylal?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 2-Ethylhexylal is 22174-70-5.
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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: 10/08/2015