Conditioning Agent
ETHYLHEXYL CYCLOHEXYL UREA
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A urea derivative used for skin conditioning — flagged as a skin sensitizer that may cause allergic reactions.
Ethylhexyl Cyclohexyl Urea (CAS 541523-61-9) is an organic urea compound. CosIng-listed for skin conditioning. It carries H317 (may cause an allergic skin reaction, 100% classification agreement). While urea derivatives are common in cosmetics for moisturizing, this particular compound has established sensitization potential. No EU restrictions listed but the GHS sensitization flag warrants caution for sensitive skin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning
Known concerns
- Skin sensitizer (H317) — may cause allergic contact dermatitis
- High classification agreement (100%) for sensitization
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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