Menthyl Lactate
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, refreshing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
[1R-[1.alpha.(R*),2.beta.,5.alpha.]]-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl lactate
What does it do?
Menthyl Lactate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Refreshing
provides a cooling, refreshing sensation on skin
EU regulatory status
Menthyl Lactate 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 Menthyl Lactate?
Menthyl Lactate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. [1R-[1.alpha.(R*),2.beta.,5.alpha.]]-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl lactate
Is Menthyl Lactate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Menthyl Lactate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Menthyl Lactate do in cosmetic products?
Menthyl Lactate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, refreshing.
What is the CAS number of Menthyl Lactate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Menthyl Lactate is 59259-38-0.
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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