Cyclohexylamine
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticorrosive, buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cyclohexylamine
What does it do?
Cyclohexylamine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticorrosive
protects formulations and packaging from corrosion, especially metal components
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Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Cyclohexylamine is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1503), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cyclohexylamine?
Cyclohexylamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cyclohexylamine
Is Cyclohexylamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Cyclohexylamine is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cyclohexylamine do in cosmetic products?
Cyclohexylamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticorrosive, buffering.
What is the CAS number of Cyclohexylamine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cyclohexylamine is 108-91-8.
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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: 30/07/2020