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Ethylhexyl Palmitate

2-Ethylhexyl palmitate

Safety Notes

Excellent skin feel; low comedogenic potential compared to IPM; widely used in sunscreens

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient / Solvent

Category

Emollient

Common In

Sunscreens, moisturisers, foundations

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethylhexyl Palmitate safe to use in skincare?

Ethylhexyl Palmitate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Excellent skin feel; low comedogenic potential compared to IPM; widely used in sunscreens

Is Ethylhexyl Palmitate allowed in India?

Ethylhexyl Palmitate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Ethylhexyl Palmitate used for in cosmetics?

Ethylhexyl Palmitate functions as: Emollient / Solvent. It is commonly found in: Sunscreens, moisturisers, foundations.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS29806-73-3
EC249-862-1

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