Allowed in EU

Octyldodecyl Methoxycrylene

A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

2-Propenoic acid, 2-cyano-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-, 2-octyldodecyl ester

What does it do?

Octyldodecyl Methoxycrylene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Solvent

    dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

EU regulatory status

Octyldodecyl Methoxycrylene 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 Methoxycrylene?

Octyldodecyl Methoxycrylene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Propenoic acid, 2-cyano-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-, 2-octyldodecyl ester

Is Octyldodecyl Methoxycrylene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Octyldodecyl Methoxycrylene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Octyldodecyl Methoxycrylene do in cosmetic products?

Octyldodecyl Methoxycrylene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.

What is the CAS number of Octyldodecyl Methoxycrylene?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Octyldodecyl Methoxycrylene is 1558950-52-9.

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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: 29/10/2014