Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, nail conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate is the pentaester of acrylic acid and a dimer of Pentaerythritol.
What does it do?
Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Nail conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, or condition of fingernails and toenails
EU regulatory status
Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate 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 Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate?
Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate is the pentaester of acrylic acid and a dimer of Pentaerythritol.
Is Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate do in cosmetic products?
Dipentaerythrityl Pentaacrylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, nail conditioning.
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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: 05/06/2014