Banned in EU

Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate

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

What is it?

Carbonic acid, compd. With Hydrazine Carboximidamide (1:1)

What does it do?

Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 201), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate?

Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Carbonic acid, compd. With Hydrazine Carboximidamide (1:1)

Is Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate do in cosmetic products?

Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Aminoguanidine Bicarbonate is 2582-30-1.

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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: 15/10/2010