Dihexyl Adipate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dihexyl adipate
What does it do?
Dihexyl Adipate 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
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Dihexyl Adipate 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 Dihexyl Adipate?
Dihexyl Adipate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dihexyl adipate
Is Dihexyl Adipate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dihexyl Adipate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dihexyl Adipate do in cosmetic products?
Dihexyl Adipate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Dihexyl Adipate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dihexyl Adipate is 110-33-8.
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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