Sucrose Octaacetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as denaturant, fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sucrose octaacetate
What does it do?
Sucrose Octaacetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Denaturant
makes ethanol in cosmetics unfit for drinking — required by regulation when alcohol is used
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
EU regulatory status
Sucrose Octaacetate 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 Sucrose Octaacetate?
Sucrose Octaacetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sucrose octaacetate
Is Sucrose Octaacetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sucrose Octaacetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sucrose Octaacetate do in cosmetic products?
Sucrose Octaacetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: denaturant, fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Sucrose Octaacetate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sucrose Octaacetate is 126-14-7.
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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