Ethyl Arachidonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic acid, ethyl ester (all-Z)-
What does it do?
Ethyl Arachidonate 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
Ethyl Arachidonate 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 Ethyl Arachidonate?
Ethyl Arachidonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic acid, ethyl ester (all-Z)-
Is Ethyl Arachidonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethyl Arachidonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethyl Arachidonate do in cosmetic products?
Ethyl Arachidonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Ethyl Arachidonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethyl Arachidonate is 1808-26-0.
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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