Allowed in EU

Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide

A cosmetic ingredient used as tonic in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

N-Ethyl-2-(isopropyl)-5-methylcyclohexanecarboxamide

What does it do?

Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Tonic

    provides a toning effect on skin or scalp — generally tightening or refreshing

EU regulatory status

Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide 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 Menthane Carboxamide?

Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-Ethyl-2-(isopropyl)-5-methylcyclohexanecarboxamide

Is Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide do in cosmetic products?

Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: tonic.

What is the CAS number of Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide is 39711-79-0.

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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