Galangal Acetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1'-Acetoxychavicol acetate,Benzenemethanol, 4-(acetyloxy)-a-ethenyl-, acetate
What does it do?
Galangal Acetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
EU regulatory status
Galangal Acetate 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 Galangal Acetate?
Galangal Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1'-Acetoxychavicol acetate,Benzenemethanol, 4-(acetyloxy)-a-ethenyl-, acetate
Is Galangal Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Galangal Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Galangal Acetate do in cosmetic products?
Galangal Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antimicrobial.
What is the CAS number of Galangal Acetate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Galangal Acetate is 52946-22-2 - 53890-21-4 - 274927-55-8.
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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: 10/07/2013