Palmitoyl Glycine
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Glycine, N-(1-oxohexadecyl)-
What does it do?
Palmitoyl Glycine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Palmitoyl Glycine 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 Palmitoyl Glycine?
Palmitoyl Glycine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glycine, N-(1-oxohexadecyl)-
Is Palmitoyl Glycine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Palmitoyl Glycine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Palmitoyl Glycine do in cosmetic products?
Palmitoyl Glycine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, hair conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Palmitoyl Glycine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Palmitoyl Glycine is 2441-41-0.
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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