Methyl Dehydroabietate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4,4a,9,10,10a-octahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, methyl ester (1r-(1.alpha.,4a.beta.,10a.alpha.))-
What does it do?
Methyl Dehydroabietate 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
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Methyl Dehydroabietate 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 Methyl Dehydroabietate?
Methyl Dehydroabietate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4,4a,9,10,10a-octahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, methyl ester (1r-(1.alpha.,4a.beta.,10a.alpha.))-
Is Methyl Dehydroabietate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Methyl Dehydroabietate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Methyl Dehydroabietate do in cosmetic products?
Methyl Dehydroabietate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Methyl Dehydroabietate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Methyl Dehydroabietate is 1235-74-1.
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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