Cetearyl Palmitate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hexadecanoic acid, C16-18-alkyl esters
What does it do?
Cetearyl Palmitate 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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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Cetearyl 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 Cetearyl Palmitate?
Cetearyl Palmitate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexadecanoic acid, C16-18-alkyl esters
Is Cetearyl Palmitate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetearyl Palmitate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetearyl Palmitate do in cosmetic products?
Cetearyl Palmitate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Cetearyl Palmitate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cetearyl Palmitate is 93820-81-6.
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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