Dimethyl Maleate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dimethyl maleate
What does it do?
Dimethyl Maleate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
Dimethyl Maleate 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 Maleate?
Dimethyl Maleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dimethyl maleate
Is Dimethyl Maleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimethyl Maleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethyl Maleate do in cosmetic products?
Dimethyl Maleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Dimethyl Maleate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethyl Maleate is 624-48-6 / 23055-10-9.
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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