Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Ethylhexyl 12-benzoyloxyoctadecanoate
What does it do?
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate 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 Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate?
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Ethylhexyl 12-benzoyloxyoctadecanoate
Is Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate do in cosmetic products?
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate is 199277-69-5.
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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