Allowed in EU

Phenoxyethyl Caprylate

What is it?

Octanioic acid, 2-phenoxyethyl ester

EU regulatory status

Phenoxyethyl Caprylate 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 Phenoxyethyl Caprylate?

Phenoxyethyl Caprylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octanioic acid, 2-phenoxyethyl ester

Is Phenoxyethyl Caprylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Phenoxyethyl Caprylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What is the CAS number of Phenoxyethyl Caprylate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phenoxyethyl Caprylate is 23511-73-1.

Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 19/07/2012