Dextrin Laurate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dodecanoic acid, dextrin ester
What does it do?
Dextrin Laurate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Dextrin Laurate 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 Dextrin Laurate?
Dextrin Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dodecanoic acid, dextrin ester
Is Dextrin Laurate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dextrin Laurate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dextrin Laurate do in cosmetic products?
Dextrin Laurate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Dextrin Laurate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dextrin Laurate is 79748-56-4.
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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