Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate is the organic compound
What does it do?
Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
EU regulatory status
Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate 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 Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate?
Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate is the organic compound
Is Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate do in cosmetic products?
Resorcinol Bis-Ethylhexanoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching.
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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: 27/05/2014