Allowed in EU

Decursinol

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

2H, 6H-Benzo[1,2-b:5,4-b']Dipyran-2-one, 7,8-Dihydro-7-Hydroxy-8,8-Dimethyl

What does it do?

Decursinol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Decursinol 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 Decursinol?

Decursinol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2H, 6H-Benzo[1,2-b:5,4-b']Dipyran-2-one, 7,8-Dihydro-7-Hydroxy-8,8-Dimethyl

Is Decursinol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Decursinol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Decursinol do in cosmetic products?

Decursinol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Decursinol?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Decursinol is 23458-02-8.

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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: 15/10/2010