Synonym(s)
CAS number: 226994-28-1; Palmitoyl camellia sinensis extract
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"Palmitoyl' means the univalent radical derived from palmitic acid (hexadecanoic acid) characterised by the loss of the hydroxy group, 'camellia sinensis (extract)' means the extract of leaves of Camellia sinensis, the tea shrub, which reacts with hexadecanoyl chloride.
Palmitoyl camellia sinensis is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a skin cleansing agent.
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