Calcium Fructoborate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Calcium Fructoborate is the calcium salt of the reaction product of Boric Acid and Fructose
What does it do?
Calcium Fructoborate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - humectant
increases skin moisture by attracting water
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Calcium Fructoborate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1396), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Calcium Fructoborate?
Calcium Fructoborate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Calcium Fructoborate is the calcium salt of the reaction product of Boric Acid and Fructose
Is Calcium Fructoborate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Calcium Fructoborate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Calcium Fructoborate do in cosmetic products?
Calcium Fructoborate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - humectant.
What is the CAS number of Calcium Fructoborate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Calcium Fructoborate is 250141-42-5.
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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: 29/07/2020