Bornelone
A cosmetic ingredient used as uv absorber in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3-Penten-2-one, 5-(3,3-dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylidene)-
What does it do?
Bornelone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Uv absorber
absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation
EU regulatory status
Bornelone 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 Bornelone?
Bornelone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3-Penten-2-one, 5-(3,3-dimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylidene)-
Is Bornelone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bornelone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bornelone do in cosmetic products?
Bornelone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: uv absorber.
What is the CAS number of Bornelone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bornelone is 2226-11-1.
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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