What is it?
Ammonia, anhydrous
What does it do?
Ammonia is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Ammonia is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 4). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ammonia?
Ammonia is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ammonia, anhydrous
Is Ammonia allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Ammonia is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ammonia do in cosmetic products?
Ammonia is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering, fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Ammonia?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ammonia is 7664-41-7.
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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