Palmitoyl Inulin
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Inulin, hexadecanoate
What does it do?
Palmitoyl Inulin 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
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Palmitoyl Inulin 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 Inulin?
Palmitoyl Inulin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Inulin, hexadecanoate
Is Palmitoyl Inulin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Palmitoyl Inulin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Palmitoyl Inulin do in cosmetic products?
Palmitoyl Inulin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Palmitoyl Inulin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Palmitoyl Inulin is 195395-22-3.
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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