Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
[(1-Ethylpentyl)oxy]-acetic Acid
What does it do?
Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid 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 Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid?
Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. [(1-Ethylpentyl)oxy]-acetic Acid
Is Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylpentyloxyacetic Acid is 92759-90-5.
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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: 02/03/2011