Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,10,10a-decahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, methyl ester, (1R, 4aR, 4bR, 10aR)-, hydrogenated
What does it do?
Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Hydrogenated Methyl 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 Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate?
Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,10,10a-decahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, methyl ester, (1R, 4aR, 4bR, 10aR)-, hydrogenated
Is Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate do in cosmetic products?
Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate is 222400-68-2.
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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: 15/10/2010