Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly
A cosmetic ingredient used as antiperspirant, astringent, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Complex reaction product obtained from the reaction of aluminium zirconium pentachlorohydrate (Al8Zr(OH)23Cl5.xH2O) and glycine
What does it do?
Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antiperspirant
reduces or controls perspiration
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Astringent
tightens or contracts skin tissue and pores, often used in toners and after-shave products
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 50). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly?
Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Complex reaction product obtained from the reaction of aluminium zirconium pentachlorohydrate (Al8Zr(OH)23Cl5.xH2O) and glycine
Is Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly do in cosmetic products?
Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antiperspirant, astringent, deodorant.
What is the CAS number of Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly is 125913-22-6.
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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: 15/10/2010