Allowed in EU

Carnitine Pca

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

What is it?

Carnitine PCA is the carnitine salt of PCA

What does it do?

Carnitine Pca 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

Carnitine Pca 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 Carnitine Pca?

Carnitine Pca is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Carnitine PCA is the carnitine salt of PCA

Is Carnitine Pca allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Carnitine Pca do in cosmetic products?

Carnitine Pca is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.

What is the CAS number of Carnitine Pca?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Carnitine Pca is -.

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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: 18/02/2011