Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,3-Dioxolane-2-propanoic acid, (4-hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl, ethyl ester,Ethyl Levulinate PG Acetal,Ethyl Levulinate Propyleneglycol Ketal
What does it do?
Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate 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 Glycerin Acetal Levulinate?
Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3-Dioxolane-2-propanoic acid, (4-hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl, ethyl ester,Ethyl Levulinate PG Acetal,Ethyl Levulinate Propyleneglycol Ketal
Is Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate do in cosmetic products?
Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate is 902272-78-0.
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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: 21/01/2013