Tea-Undecylenate
A cosmetic ingredient used as preservative, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Undec-10-enoic acid, compound with 2,2',2''-nitrilotriethanol (1:1) (salt)
What does it do?
Tea-Undecylenate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Tea-Undecylenate is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 62V). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Tea-Undecylenate?
Tea-Undecylenate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Undec-10-enoic acid, compound with 2,2',2''-nitrilotriethanol (1:1) (salt)
Is Tea-Undecylenate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Tea-Undecylenate is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tea-Undecylenate do in cosmetic products?
Tea-Undecylenate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: preservative, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Tea-Undecylenate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tea-Undecylenate is 84471-25-0.
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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: 10/08/2020