Pentaerythrityl Tetrabenzoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzoic acid, tetraester with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol
What does it do?
Pentaerythrityl Tetrabenzoate 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
EU regulatory status
Pentaerythrityl Tetrabenzoate 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 Tetrabenzoate?
Pentaerythrityl Tetrabenzoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzoic acid, tetraester with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol
Is Pentaerythrityl Tetrabenzoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pentaerythrityl Tetrabenzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pentaerythrityl Tetrabenzoate do in cosmetic products?
Pentaerythrityl Tetrabenzoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
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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