Isohexyl 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, 1-methylpentyl ester
What does it do?
Isohexyl 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
Isohexyl 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 Isohexyl Palmitate?
Isohexyl Palmitate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexadecanoic acid, 1-methylpentyl ester
Is Isohexyl Palmitate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Isohexyl Palmitate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Isohexyl Palmitate do in cosmetic products?
Isohexyl Palmitate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Isohexyl Palmitate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isohexyl Palmitate is 55194-91-7.
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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