Allowed in EU

Cyclohexyl Toluate

A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-, cyclohexyl ester,Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-, cyclohexyl ester

What does it do?

Cyclohexyl Toluate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Solvent

    dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Cyclohexyl Toluate 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 Cyclohexyl Toluate?

Cyclohexyl Toluate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-, cyclohexyl ester,Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-, cyclohexyl ester

Is Cyclohexyl Toluate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Cyclohexyl Toluate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Cyclohexyl Toluate do in cosmetic products?

Cyclohexyl Toluate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Cyclohexyl Toluate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cyclohexyl Toluate is 6641-66-3, 58435-19-1.

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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: 24/06/2016