Trioctyldodecyl Borate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Trioctyldodecyl borate is the triester of boric acid and octyldedecanol
What does it do?
Trioctyldodecyl Borate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Trioctyldodecyl Borate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1396), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Trioctyldodecyl Borate?
Trioctyldodecyl Borate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Trioctyldodecyl borate is the triester of boric acid and octyldedecanol
Is Trioctyldodecyl Borate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Trioctyldodecyl Borate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Trioctyldodecyl Borate do in cosmetic products?
Trioctyldodecyl Borate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial.
What is the CAS number of Trioctyldodecyl Borate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Trioctyldodecyl Borate 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: 29/07/2020