Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate/tetramethoxycinnamate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2,2-Dihydroxymethylpropane-1,3-diol, tetraesters with 2-ethylhexanoic acid and 3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid
What does it do?
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate/tetramethoxycinnamate 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 Tetraethylhexanoate/tetramethoxycinnamate 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 Tetraethylhexanoate/tetramethoxycinnamate?
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate/tetramethoxycinnamate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2,2-Dihydroxymethylpropane-1,3-diol, tetraesters with 2-ethylhexanoic acid and 3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid
Is Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate/tetramethoxycinnamate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate/tetramethoxycinnamate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate/tetramethoxycinnamate do in cosmetic products?
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate/tetramethoxycinnamate 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