Cis-Retinoic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Accutane,Isotretinoin (INN),Retinoic acid, 13-cis-,13-cis-Vitamin A acid
What does it do?
Cis-Retinoic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Cis-Retinoic Acid is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 375), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cis-Retinoic Acid?
Cis-Retinoic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Accutane,Isotretinoin (INN),Retinoic acid, 13-cis-,13-cis-Vitamin A acid
Is Cis-Retinoic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Cis-Retinoic Acid is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cis-Retinoic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Cis-Retinoic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum.
What is the CAS number of Cis-Retinoic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cis-Retinoic Acid is 4759-48-2.
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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: 24/04/2018