Acetaldehyde
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acetaldehyde
What does it do?
Acetaldehyde is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Acetaldehyde is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1391), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acetaldehyde?
Acetaldehyde is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acetaldehyde
Is Acetaldehyde allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Acetaldehyde is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetaldehyde do in cosmetic products?
Acetaldehyde is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Acetaldehyde?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acetaldehyde is 75-07-0.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 30/07/2020