Carrageenan
What is it?
Carrageenan Carrageenin Chondrus Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan)
EU regulatory status
Carrageenan 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 Carrageenan?
Carrageenan is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Carrageenan Carrageenin Chondrus Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan)
Is Carrageenan allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Carrageenan is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What is the CAS number of Carrageenan?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Carrageenan is 9000-07-1.
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 24/07/2012