Allowed in EU

Carbonic Acid

A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Carbonic Acid is the organic compound that conforms to the formula

What does it do?

Carbonic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Not reported

    function not declared in the EU CosIng database — the substance is approved for cosmetic use, but no specific role has been categorised

EU regulatory status

Carbonic Acid 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 Carbonic Acid?

Carbonic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Carbonic Acid is the organic compound that conforms to the formula

Is Carbonic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Carbonic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Carbonic Acid do in cosmetic products?

Carbonic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.

What is the CAS number of Carbonic Acid?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Carbonic Acid is 463-79-6.

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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: 14/10/2019