Acetyl Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate
CAS 2361055-93-6
Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, homopolymer, 2-ethylhexyl ester, acetate
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, homopolymer, 2-ethylhexyl ester, acetate
Purpose
Function
HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionnegligible
Sensitizationnone
MoSadequate
ConcernLow
Verdict
Widely used emulsifier in W/O sunscreen formulations with good safety profile; ensure compliance with residual monomer limits for 12-hydroxystearic acid.
US Note
Permitted — no specific restriction; falls under general cosmetic ingredient regulations
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