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Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, chelating, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid is the organic compound

What does it do?

Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid 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 Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid?

Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid is the organic compound

Is Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid do in cosmetic products?

Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, chelating, skin protecting.

What is the CAS number of Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cinnamoylhydroxamic Acid is 3669-32-7.

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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: 09/10/2012