Isocetyl Palmitate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hexadecanoic acid, isohexadecyl ester
What does it do?
Isocetyl Palmitate 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
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Isocetyl Palmitate 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 Isocetyl Palmitate?
Isocetyl Palmitate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexadecanoic acid, isohexadecyl ester
Is Isocetyl Palmitate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Isocetyl Palmitate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Isocetyl Palmitate do in cosmetic products?
Isocetyl Palmitate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Isocetyl Palmitate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isocetyl Palmitate is 127770-27-8.
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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