Allowed in EU

Trehalose Undecylenoate

A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Trehalose Undecylenoate is the ester formed by the reaction of Trehalose with Undecylenic Acid

What does it do?

Trehalose Undecylenoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Trehalose Undecylenoate 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 Trehalose Undecylenoate?

Trehalose Undecylenoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Trehalose Undecylenoate is the ester formed by the reaction of Trehalose with Undecylenic Acid

Is Trehalose Undecylenoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Trehalose Undecylenoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Trehalose Undecylenoate do in cosmetic products?

Trehalose Undecylenoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Trehalose Undecylenoate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Trehalose Undecylenoate is -.

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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: 09/03/2011