Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate is the product obtained by the esterification of Caprylyl Glycol and Linseed Acid.
What does it do?
Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
EU regulatory status
Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate 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 Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate?
Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate is the product obtained by the esterification of Caprylyl Glycol and Linseed Acid.
Is Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate do in cosmetic products?
Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial.
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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: 02/05/2013