2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol
A cosmetic ingredient used as deodorant, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
What does it do?
2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol 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-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol?
2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Is 2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. 2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol do in cosmetic products?
2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: deodorant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of 2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol is 1141487-54-8.
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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: 14/02/2018