Acetone
A cosmetic ingredient used as denaturant, fragrance, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acetone
What does it do?
Acetone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Denaturant
makes ethanol in cosmetics unfit for drinking — required by regulation when alcohol is used
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Acetone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acetone?
Acetone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acetone
Is Acetone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acetone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetone do in cosmetic products?
Acetone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: denaturant, fragrance, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Acetone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acetone is 67-64-1.
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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: 03/08/2020