Sorbitol/sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sorbitol/Sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate is a copolymer Sorbitol and Sebacic Acid esterified with Behenic Acid.
What does it do?
Sorbitol/sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate 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
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Sorbitol/sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate 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 Sorbitol/sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate?
Sorbitol/sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sorbitol/Sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate is a copolymer Sorbitol and Sebacic Acid esterified with Behenic Acid.
Is Sorbitol/sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sorbitol/sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sorbitol/sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate do in cosmetic products?
Sorbitol/sebacic Acid Copolymer Behenate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, viscosity controlling.
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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: 26/11/2012