Allowed in EU

Acetyl Arctigenin

A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Acetyl Arctigenin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula

What does it do?

Acetyl Arctigenin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

EU regulatory status

Acetyl Arctigenin 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 Acetyl Arctigenin?

Acetyl Arctigenin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acetyl Arctigenin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula

Is Acetyl Arctigenin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Acetyl Arctigenin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Acetyl Arctigenin do in cosmetic products?

Acetyl Arctigenin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching.

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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: 03/10/2019