Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
5,8,11,14,17-Eicosapentaenoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, (5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z)-,1-Eicosapentaenoyl Glycerol
What does it do?
Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate 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 Eicosapentaenoate?
Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 5,8,11,14,17-Eicosapentaenoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, (5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z)-,1-Eicosapentaenoyl Glycerol
Is Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate do in cosmetic products?
Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
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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: 21/10/2019