Cetyl Caprylate
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?
Hexadecyl octanoate
What does it do?
Cetyl Caprylate 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 Caprylate 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 Caprylate?
Cetyl Caprylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexadecyl octanoate
Is Cetyl Caprylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetyl Caprylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetyl Caprylate do in cosmetic products?
Cetyl Caprylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Cetyl Caprylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cetyl Caprylate is 29710-31-4.
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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