Cyclohexylethanol
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cyclohexanemethanol, \a-methyl-,1-Cyclohexylethanol
What does it do?
Cyclohexylethanol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
EU regulatory status
Cyclohexylethanol 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 Cyclohexylethanol?
Cyclohexylethanol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cyclohexanemethanol, \a-methyl-,1-Cyclohexylethanol
Is Cyclohexylethanol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cyclohexylethanol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cyclohexylethanol do in cosmetic products?
Cyclohexylethanol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Cyclohexylethanol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cyclohexylethanol is 1193-81-3.
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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: 20/01/2014