Shea Butter Cetyl Esters
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Shea Butter Cetyl Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) with Cetyl Alcohol
What does it do?
Shea Butter Cetyl Esters is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Shea Butter Cetyl Esters 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 Shea Butter Cetyl Esters?
Shea Butter Cetyl Esters is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Shea Butter Cetyl Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) with Cetyl Alcohol
Is Shea Butter Cetyl Esters allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Shea Butter Cetyl Esters is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Shea Butter Cetyl Esters do in cosmetic products?
Shea Butter Cetyl Esters is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Shea Butter Cetyl Esters?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Shea Butter Cetyl Esters 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