Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(2-(hexadecyloxy)-2-oxoethyl).omega.-hydroxy-, C12-15-alkyl ethers (8 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate 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 Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate?
Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(2-(hexadecyloxy)-2-oxoethyl).omega.-hydroxy-, C12-15-alkyl ethers (8 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate do in cosmetic products?
Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate is 119481-73-1.
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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