Allowed in EU

Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate

A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

L-Cystine, N,N'-Bis(1-Oxooctyl)-, Dimethyl Ester

What does it do?

Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate 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 Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate?

Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. L-Cystine, N,N'-Bis(1-Oxooctyl)-, Dimethyl Ester

Is Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate do in cosmetic products?

Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethyl Dicaproyl Cystinate is 139416-29-8.

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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