Kojic Dipalmitate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hexadecanoic acid, 4-oxo-6-[[(1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]methyl]-4H-pyran-3-yl ester
What does it do?
Kojic Dipalmitate 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
Kojic Dipalmitate 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 Kojic Dipalmitate?
Kojic Dipalmitate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexadecanoic acid, 4-oxo-6-[[(1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]methyl]-4H-pyran-3-yl ester
Is Kojic Dipalmitate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Kojic Dipalmitate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Kojic Dipalmitate do in cosmetic products?
Kojic Dipalmitate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Kojic Dipalmitate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Kojic Dipalmitate is 79725-98-7.
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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