Ethyl Salicylate Hexyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzoic acid, 2-(hexyloxy)-, ethyl ester,Hexyloxy Ethylbenzoate
What does it do?
Ethyl Salicylate Hexyl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
EU regulatory status
Ethyl Salicylate Hexyl Ether 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 Salicylate Hexyl Ether?
Ethyl Salicylate Hexyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzoic acid, 2-(hexyloxy)-, ethyl ester,Hexyloxy Ethylbenzoate
Is Ethyl Salicylate Hexyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethyl Salicylate Hexyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethyl Salicylate Hexyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Ethyl Salicylate Hexyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching.
What is the CAS number of Ethyl Salicylate Hexyl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethyl Salicylate Hexyl Ether is 773128-75-9.
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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: 26/04/2018