Banned in EU

Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate

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

What is it?

5(or 6)-carboxy-4-hexylcyclohex-2-ene-1-octanoic acid, compound with 2,2'-iminodiethanol

What does it do?

Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Surfactant - cleansing

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

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 411), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate?

Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 5(or 6)-carboxy-4-hexylcyclohex-2-ene-1-octanoic acid, compound with 2,2'-iminodiethanol

Is Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate do in cosmetic products?

Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.

What is the CAS number of Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dea-Cyclocarboxypropyloleate is 84195-78-8.

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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