Octyldodecyl Lactate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-octyldodecyl ester
What does it do?
Octyldodecyl Lactate 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
Octyldodecyl 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 Octyldodecyl Lactate?
Octyldodecyl Lactate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-octyldodecyl ester
Is Octyldodecyl Lactate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Octyldodecyl Lactate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Octyldodecyl Lactate do in cosmetic products?
Octyldodecyl Lactate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Octyldodecyl Lactate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Octyldodecyl Lactate is 57568-20-4.
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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