Is Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate safe in cosmetics?
Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate
INCI: TETRAHEXADECYL ASCORBATE
Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted.
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Function
Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted. CIR reviewed (2017) as part of ethers/esters of ascorbic acid — safe as used
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate.
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate allowed in the EU?
Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate do in cosmetics?
Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate functions as: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
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