Cloflucarban
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Urea, N-(4-chlorophenyl)-N'-[4-chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-
What does it do?
Cloflucarban 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
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
EU regulatory status
Cloflucarban 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 Cloflucarban?
Cloflucarban is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Urea, N-(4-chlorophenyl)-N'-[4-chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-
Is Cloflucarban allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cloflucarban is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cloflucarban do in cosmetic products?
Cloflucarban is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, deodorant.
What is the CAS number of Cloflucarban?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cloflucarban is 369-77-7.
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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: 15/10/2010