Is Cyclohexylglycerin safe in cosmetics?
Cyclohexylglycerin has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Cyclohexylglycerin
INCI: CYCLOHEXYLGLYCERIN
Cyclohexylglycerin (CAS Not provided in COSMILE public entry; must be confirmed from supplier specification; notified as a cosmetic ingredient in 2022 regulatory updates.) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Humectant – holds and retains moisture in cosmetic products. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not provided in COSMILE public entry; must be confirmed from supplier specification; notified as a cosmetic ingredient in 2022 regulatory updates.
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Function
Humectant – holds and retains moisture in cosmetic products.
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific FDA prohibition or restriction; general cosmetic safety standard applies.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Cyclohexylglycerin.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Cyclohexylglycerin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cyclohexylglycerin allowed in the EU?
Cyclohexylglycerin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cyclohexylglycerin do in cosmetics?
Cyclohexylglycerin functions as: Humectant – holds and retains moisture in cosmetic products.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not provided in COSMILE public entry; must be confirmed from supplier specification; notified as a cosmetic ingredient in 2022 regulatory updates..
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