Erucyl Oleate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
9-Octadecenoic acid, 13-docosenyl ester
What does it do?
Erucyl Oleate 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
EU regulatory status
Erucyl Oleate 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 Erucyl Oleate?
Erucyl Oleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 9-Octadecenoic acid, 13-docosenyl ester
Is Erucyl Oleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Erucyl Oleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Erucyl Oleate do in cosmetic products?
Erucyl Oleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Erucyl Oleate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Erucyl Oleate is 85617-81-8.
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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