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Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

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

What is it?

Benzenepropanoic acid, 3,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxy-, 2,2-bis[[3-[3,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxyphenyl]-1-oxopropoxy] methyl]-1,3-propanediyl ester

What does it do?

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

EU regulatory status

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate 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 Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate?

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzenepropanoic acid, 3,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxy-, 2,2-bis[[3-[3,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxyphenyl]-1-oxopropoxy] methyl]-1,3-propanediyl ester

Is Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate do in cosmetic products?

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.

What is the CAS number of Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate is 6683-19-8.

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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