Glyceryl Abietate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,10,10a-decahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol, [1r-(1.alpha.,4a.beta.,4b.alpha.,10a.alpha.)]-
What does it do?
Glyceryl Abietate 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
Glyceryl Abietate 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 Glyceryl Abietate?
Glyceryl Abietate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,10,10a-decahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol, [1r-(1.alpha.,4a.beta.,4b.alpha.,10a.alpha.)]-
Is Glyceryl Abietate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glyceryl Abietate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glyceryl Abietate do in cosmetic products?
Glyceryl Abietate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Glyceryl Abietate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Glyceryl Abietate is 1337-89-9.
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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