Allowed in EU

Ethylene Brassylate

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

What is it?

1,4-Dioxacycloheptadecane-5,17-dione

What does it do?

Ethylene Brassylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
Tonic
provides a toning effect on skin or scalp — generally tightening or refreshing

EU regulatory status

Ethylene Brassylate 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 Ethylene Brassylate?

Ethylene Brassylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,4-Dioxacycloheptadecane-5,17-dione

Is Ethylene Brassylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ethylene Brassylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ethylene Brassylate do in cosmetic products?

Ethylene Brassylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, tonic.

What is the CAS number of Ethylene Brassylate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylene Brassylate is 105-95-3.

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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