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
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
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
Identifiers
CAS29806-73-3
EC249-862-1
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