Ceramide 6 II
Used in cosmetic products as hair conditioning and skin conditioning. Ceramide 6 II (Retired) is the N-acylated phytosphingosine having the erythro structure that conforms generally to the formula, where m has a value ranging from 13 to 27 and n has a value ranging from 12 to 20. The INCI Name, Ceramide 6 II, originally developed in 1997, was designated with a retired status in 2014. For an interim period of time, trade name assignments formerly published with the INCI Name Ceramide 6 II will be retained in the retired monograph, and also published with the new name assignment, Ceramide AP.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ceramide 6 II used for in cosmetics?
Ceramide 6 II is used in cosmetic products as hair conditioning and skin conditioning. Ceramide 6 II (Retired) is the N-acylated phytosphingosine having the erythro structure that conforms generally to the formula, where m has a value ranging from 13 to 27 and n has a value ranging from 12 to 20. The INCI Name, Ceramide 6 II, originally developed in 1997, was designated with a retired status in 2014. For an interim period of time, trade name assignments formerly published with the INCI Name Ceramide 6 II will be retained in the retired monograph, and also published with the new name assignment, Ceramide AP.
Is Ceramide 6 II restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
No EU restriction annex is recorded for Ceramide 6 II in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.