Chloramine T
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzenesulfonamide, N-chloro-4-methyl-, sodium salt
What does it do?
Chloramine T is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Chloramine T is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 5). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chloramine T?
Chloramine T is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzenesulfonamide, N-chloro-4-methyl-, sodium salt
Is Chloramine T allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Chloramine T is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Chloramine T do in cosmetic products?
Chloramine T is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial.
What is the CAS number of Chloramine T?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Chloramine T is 127-65-1.
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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: 15/10/2010