Crocin
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, colorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
\b-D-Glucopyranose, 6-O-.beta.-D-glucopyranosyl-, 1,1'-[(2E,4E,6E,8E,10E,12E,14E)-2,6,11,15-tetramethyl-2,4,6,8,10,12,14-hexadecaheptaenedioate]orBis(6-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranosyl) 8,8'-diapo-ψ,ψ-carotenedioate
What does it do?
Crocin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Crocin 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 Crocin?
Crocin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. \b-D-Glucopyranose, 6-O-.beta.-D-glucopyranosyl-, 1,1'-[(2E,4E,6E,8E,10E,12E,14E)-2,6,11,15-tetramethyl-2,4,6,8,10,12,14-hexadecaheptaenedioate]orBis(6-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranosyl) 8,8'-diapo-ψ,ψ-carotenedioate
Is Crocin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Crocin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Crocin do in cosmetic products?
Crocin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, colorant.
What is the CAS number of Crocin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Crocin is 42553-65-1.
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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: 23/04/2018