Ethylhexyl Oleate
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 oleate
What does it do?
Ethylhexyl Oleate 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 Oleate 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 Oleate?
Ethylhexyl Oleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Ethylhexyl oleate
Is Ethylhexyl Oleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethylhexyl Oleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethylhexyl Oleate do in cosmetic products?
Ethylhexyl Oleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Ethylhexyl Oleate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylhexyl Oleate is 26399-02-0.
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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