Stearyl Erucate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Octadecyl (Z)-docos-13-enoate
What does it do?
Stearyl Erucate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Stearyl Erucate 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 Stearyl Erucate?
Stearyl Erucate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octadecyl (Z)-docos-13-enoate
Is Stearyl Erucate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Stearyl Erucate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Stearyl Erucate do in cosmetic products?
Stearyl Erucate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Stearyl Erucate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Stearyl Erucate is 86601-84-5.
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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