Synonym(s)
INCI marking: Ethyhexyl Gallate
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Antioxidant. Like other esters of gallic acid (see also dodecyl gallate) it can be used in medicines, cosmetics and food. As an antioxidant it prevents fats from becoming rancid). The substance is listed as a relevant allergen in various allergens. The substance is represented as a relevant allergen in various epicutaneous test series (see external ingredients).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer
Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles