Triethylhexanoin
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, hair conditioning, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Propane-1,2,3-triyl 2-ethylhexanoate
What does it do?
Triethylhexanoin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Triethylhexanoin 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 Triethylhexanoin?
Triethylhexanoin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Propane-1,2,3-triyl 2-ethylhexanoate
Is Triethylhexanoin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Triethylhexanoin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Triethylhexanoin do in cosmetic products?
Triethylhexanoin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, hair conditioning, perfuming, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Triethylhexanoin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Triethylhexanoin is 7360-38-5.
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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: 21/11/2016