Ethylhexyl Laurate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Ethylhexyl laurate
What does it do?
Ethylhexyl Laurate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Ethylhexyl Laurate 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 Laurate?
Ethylhexyl Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Ethylhexyl laurate
Is Ethylhexyl Laurate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethylhexyl Laurate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethylhexyl Laurate do in cosmetic products?
Ethylhexyl Laurate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Ethylhexyl Laurate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylhexyl Laurate is 20292-08-4.
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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