Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl Paba
A cosmetic ingredient used as uv absorber in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethyl 4-[bis(2-hydroxypropyl)amino]benzoate
What does it do?
Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl Paba is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Uv absorber
absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation
EU regulatory status
Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl Paba 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 Dihydroxypropyl Paba?
Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl Paba is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethyl 4-[bis(2-hydroxypropyl)amino]benzoate
Is Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl Paba allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl Paba is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl Paba do in cosmetic products?
Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl Paba is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: uv absorber.
What is the CAS number of Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl Paba?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl Paba is 58882-17-0.
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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