Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/stearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/Stearate is the organic compound that conforms to the formula, where n is 12 or 14 and represents 3-hydroxy palmitic/stearic fatty acid, and R is a hydrogen or acetyl groups.
What does it do?
Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/stearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant
lowers surface tension, allowing oil and water to mix — the cleansing core of soaps and shampoos
EU regulatory status
Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/stearate 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 Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/stearate?
Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/stearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/Stearate is the organic compound that conforms to the formula, where n is 12 or 14 and represents 3-hydroxy palmitic/stearic fatty acid, and R is a hydrogen or acetyl groups.
Is Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/stearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/stearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/stearate do in cosmetic products?
Acetylxylityl Acetoxy Palmitate/stearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant.
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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: 21/08/2024