Chitosan Nitrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Chitosan Nitrate is the nitric acid salt of Chitosan.
What does it do?
Chitosan Nitrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
EU regulatory status
Chitosan Nitrate 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 Chitosan Nitrate?
Chitosan Nitrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chitosan Nitrate is the nitric acid salt of Chitosan.
Is Chitosan Nitrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Chitosan Nitrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Chitosan Nitrate do in cosmetic products?
Chitosan Nitrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.
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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: 03/04/2019