Triheptanoin
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Propane-1,2,3-triyl trisheptanoate
What does it do?
Triheptanoin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Triheptanoin 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 Triheptanoin?
Triheptanoin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Propane-1,2,3-triyl trisheptanoate
Is Triheptanoin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Triheptanoin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Triheptanoin do in cosmetic products?
Triheptanoin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Triheptanoin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Triheptanoin is 620-67-7.
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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