Erythrityl Triethylhexanoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3-Hydroxy-1,2,4-butanetriyl tri(2-ethylhexanoate)
What does it do?
Erythrityl Triethylhexanoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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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
Erythrityl Triethylhexanoate 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 Erythrityl Triethylhexanoate?
Erythrityl Triethylhexanoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3-Hydroxy-1,2,4-butanetriyl tri(2-ethylhexanoate)
Is Erythrityl Triethylhexanoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Erythrityl Triethylhexanoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Erythrityl Triethylhexanoate do in cosmetic products?
Erythrityl Triethylhexanoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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