Chloroform
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Trichloromethane
What does it do?
Chloroform is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Chloroform is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 366), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chloroform?
Chloroform is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Trichloromethane
Is Chloroform allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Chloroform is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Chloroform do in cosmetic products?
Chloroform is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Chloroform?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Chloroform is 67-66-3.
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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