Allowed in EU

Ozonized Ethyl Oleate

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

What is it?

Ozonized Ethyl Oleate is the end-product of the controlled ozone treatment of Ethyl Oleate.

What does it do?

Ozonized Ethyl Oleate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

  • Oral care

    used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels

EU regulatory status

Ozonized Ethyl Oleate 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 Ozonized Ethyl Oleate?

Ozonized Ethyl Oleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ozonized Ethyl Oleate is the end-product of the controlled ozone treatment of Ethyl Oleate.

Is Ozonized Ethyl Oleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ozonized Ethyl Oleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ozonized Ethyl Oleate do in cosmetic products?

Ozonized Ethyl Oleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, bleaching, oral care.

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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: 26/04/2019