Allowed in EU

Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline

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

What does it do?

Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Emulsion stabilising

    stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

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

EU regulatory status

Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline 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 Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline?

Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.

Is Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline do in cosmetic products?

Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, emulsion stabilising, surfactant - emulsifying.

What is the CAS number of Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Behenoyl Hydroxyproline 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