Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pentaerythritol mixed esters with hexanedioic acid, octanoic acid, decanoic acid and heptanoic acid
What does it do?
Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate 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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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate 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 Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate?
Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pentaerythritol mixed esters with hexanedioic acid, octanoic acid, decanoic acid and heptanoic acid
Is Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate do in cosmetic products?
Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pentaerythrityl Adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate is 68130-55-2.
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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