Butyloctyl Palmitate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Butyloctyl Palmitate is the ester of Butyloctanol and Palmitic Acid
What does it do?
Butyloctyl Palmitate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Butyloctyl Palmitate 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 Butyloctyl Palmitate?
Butyloctyl Palmitate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butyloctyl Palmitate is the ester of Butyloctanol and Palmitic Acid
Is Butyloctyl Palmitate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Butyloctyl Palmitate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Butyloctyl Palmitate do in cosmetic products?
Butyloctyl Palmitate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Butyloctyl Palmitate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Butyloctyl Palmitate is -.
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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: 15/10/2010