Crotonaldehyde
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Crotonaldehyde 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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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Crotonaldehyde is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1065), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Crotonaldehyde?
Crotonaldehyde is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Crotonaldehyde allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Crotonaldehyde is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Crotonaldehyde do in cosmetic products?
Crotonaldehyde is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, fragrance, perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Crotonaldehyde?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Crotonaldehyde is 123-73-9 / 4170-30-3.
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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