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Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate

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

What is it?

Isooctadecanoic acid, pentaester with 2,2'-(oxybismethylene)bis[2-hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol]

What does it do?

Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin conditioning - emollient

    softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells

  • Solvent

    dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

EU regulatory status

Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate 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 Pentaisostearate?

Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isooctadecanoic acid, pentaester with 2,2'-(oxybismethylene)bis[2-hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol]

Is Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate do in cosmetic products?

Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent.

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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