Oleyl Arachidate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
9-(Z)-Octadecenyl eicosanoate
What does it do?
Oleyl Arachidate 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
Oleyl Arachidate 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 Oleyl Arachidate?
Oleyl Arachidate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 9-(Z)-Octadecenyl eicosanoate
Is Oleyl Arachidate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Oleyl Arachidate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Oleyl Arachidate do in cosmetic products?
Oleyl Arachidate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Oleyl Arachidate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oleyl Arachidate is 22393-96-0.
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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