Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters is a complex mixure of esters formed by the reaction of hexyl alcohol and Ketoglutaric Acid.
What does it do?
Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters 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
Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters 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 Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters?
Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters is a complex mixure of esters formed by the reaction of hexyl alcohol and Ketoglutaric Acid.
Is Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters do in cosmetic products?
Hexyl Ketoglutarate Esters 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: 03/10/2014