Diheptyl Succinate
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?
Butanedioic acid, 1,4-diheptyl ester
What does it do?
Diheptyl Succinate 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
Diheptyl Succinate 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 Diheptyl Succinate?
Diheptyl Succinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butanedioic acid, 1,4-diheptyl ester
Is Diheptyl Succinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Diheptyl Succinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diheptyl Succinate do in cosmetic products?
Diheptyl Succinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Diheptyl Succinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Diheptyl Succinate is 15872-89-6.
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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: 21/01/2013