Caffeine Salicylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, compd. with 3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-1H-purine-2,6-dione (1:1)
What does it do?
Caffeine Salicylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Caffeine Salicylate 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 Caffeine Salicylate?
Caffeine Salicylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, compd. with 3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-1H-purine-2,6-dione (1:1)
Is Caffeine Salicylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Caffeine Salicylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Caffeine Salicylate do in cosmetic products?
Caffeine Salicylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Caffeine Salicylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Caffeine Salicylate is 5743-22-6.
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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: 31/07/2014