Capryloyl Methionine/silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, nail conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Capryloyl Methionine/Silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters is the condensation product of caprylic acid chloride with the methyl ester of Silk Amino Acids and Methionine.
What does it do?
Capryloyl Methionine/silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Nail conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, or condition of fingernails and toenails
EU regulatory status
Capryloyl Methionine/silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters 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 Capryloyl Methionine/silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters?
Capryloyl Methionine/silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Capryloyl Methionine/Silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters is the condensation product of caprylic acid chloride with the methyl ester of Silk Amino Acids and Methionine.
Is Capryloyl Methionine/silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Capryloyl Methionine/silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Capryloyl Methionine/silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters do in cosmetic products?
Capryloyl Methionine/silk Amino Acids Methyl Esters is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, nail conditioning.
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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: 09/10/2012