Phytosteryl Canolate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phytosteryl Canolate is the ester of Phytosterol and the fatty acids derived from Canola Oil
What does it do?
Phytosteryl Canolate 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
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Phytosteryl Canolate 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 Phytosteryl Canolate?
Phytosteryl Canolate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phytosteryl Canolate is the ester of Phytosterol and the fatty acids derived from Canola Oil
Is Phytosteryl Canolate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phytosteryl Canolate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phytosteryl Canolate do in cosmetic products?
Phytosteryl Canolate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Phytosteryl Canolate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phytosteryl Canolate is -.
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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