Heptylundecyl Hydroxystearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Heptylundecyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate
What does it do?
Heptylundecyl Hydroxystearate 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
Heptylundecyl Hydroxystearate 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 Heptylundecyl Hydroxystearate?
Heptylundecyl Hydroxystearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Heptylundecyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate
Is Heptylundecyl Hydroxystearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Heptylundecyl Hydroxystearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Heptylundecyl Hydroxystearate do in cosmetic products?
Heptylundecyl Hydroxystearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
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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