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Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate

A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, light stabilizer, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate is the product obtained by the reaction of Polysorbate 80 and Cinnamic Acid

What does it do?

Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Emulsion stabilising

    stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time

  • Light stabilizer

    protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate 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 Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate?

Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate is the product obtained by the reaction of Polysorbate 80 and Cinnamic Acid

Is Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate do in cosmetic products?

Polysorbate 80 Dicinnamate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, light stabilizer, surfactant - emulsifying.

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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: 20/06/2016