Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-hexadecyl-3-hydroxyicosanoic acid
What does it do?
Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid 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 Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid?
Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-hexadecyl-3-hydroxyicosanoic acid
Is Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid do in cosmetic products?
Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetradecyl/hexadecyl C18-20 Hydroxyalkyl Acid is 74124-36-0 / 3349-28-8.
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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