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Panthenyl Ethyl Ether
Panthenyl Ethyl Ether
Safe
Panthenyl ethyl ether is reviewed as safe in cosmetic use by the CIR Expert Panel. Topical exposure produces low irritation and rare sensitization.
Found in
15 products
What it is
An ethyl ether derivative of panthenol (provitamin B5); a synthetic cosmetic ingredient.
No food function. Used in hair and skin care for moisturizing and conditioning.
What regulators actually say
"The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel concluded that panthenol and pantothenic acid (and their derivatives, including panthenyl ethyl ether) are safe as cosmetic ingredients in the present practices of use."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Not a food additive; permitted in cosmetics
European Union — EFSA
Not authorized as food additive; permitted in cosmetics
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