Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antioxidant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,3-Benzenediol, 2-[(1R,6R)-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethenyl)-2-cyclohexen-1-yl]-5-pentyl-
What does it do?
Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 306), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Classification: Cannabidiol (CBD) as such, irrespective of its source, is not listed in the Schedules of the 1961 Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs. However, it shall be prohibited from use in cosmetic products (), if it is prepared as an extract or tincture or resin of Cannabis in accordance with the Single Convention. Please note that national legislations on controlled substances may also apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced?
Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3-Benzenediol, 2-[(1R,6R)-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethenyl)-2-cyclohexen-1-yl]-5-pentyl-
Is Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced do in cosmetic products?
Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antioxidant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced is 13956-29-1.
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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: 11/03/2019