Pentaerythrityl Tetraundecylenate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Esters (Includes only esters not otherwise classified as alkoxylated carboxylic acids, glyceryl esters, isethionates, lanolin derivatives, phosphorus compounds, sulfosuccinates or sulfuric acid esters)
What does it do?
Pentaerythrityl Tetraundecylenate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Pentaerythrityl Tetraundecylenate 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 Tetraundecylenate?
Pentaerythrityl Tetraundecylenate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Esters (Includes only esters not otherwise classified as alkoxylated carboxylic acids, glyceryl esters, isethionates, lanolin derivatives, phosphorus compounds, sulfosuccinates or sulfuric acid esters)
Is Pentaerythrityl Tetraundecylenate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pentaerythrityl Tetraundecylenate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pentaerythrityl Tetraundecylenate do in cosmetic products?
Pentaerythrityl Tetraundecylenate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Pentaerythrityl Tetraundecylenate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pentaerythrityl Tetraundecylenate is 101927-77-9.
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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: 17/02/2014