Acetyl Zingerone Methyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, chelating, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acetyl Zingerone Methyl Ether is the organic compound that conforms to the formula.
What does it do?
Acetyl Zingerone Methyl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories
EU regulatory status
Acetyl Zingerone Methyl Ether 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 Zingerone Methyl Ether?
Acetyl Zingerone Methyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acetyl Zingerone Methyl Ether is the organic compound that conforms to the formula.
Is Acetyl Zingerone Methyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acetyl Zingerone Methyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetyl Zingerone Methyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Acetyl Zingerone Methyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, chelating, skin protecting, skin conditioning - miscellaneous.
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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: 12/10/2023