Heptylglycerin
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, antiperspirant, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Heptylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula:
What does it do?
Heptylglycerin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Antiperspirant
reduces or controls perspiration
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Heptylglycerin 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 Heptylglycerin?
Heptylglycerin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Heptylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula:
Is Heptylglycerin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Heptylglycerin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Heptylglycerin do in cosmetic products?
Heptylglycerin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, antiperspirant, deodorant, humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Heptylglycerin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Heptylglycerin is 10305-39-2.
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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: 07/07/2020