Denatonium Saccharide
A cosmetic ingredient used as denaturant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzenemethanaminium, N-[2-[(2,6-dimethylphenyl)amino]-2-oxoethyl]-N,N-diethyl-, salt with 1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one 1,1-dioxide
What does it do?
Denatonium Saccharide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Denaturant
makes ethanol in cosmetics unfit for drinking — required by regulation when alcohol is used
EU regulatory status
Denatonium Saccharide 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 Denatonium Saccharide?
Denatonium Saccharide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzenemethanaminium, N-[2-[(2,6-dimethylphenyl)amino]-2-oxoethyl]-N,N-diethyl-, salt with 1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one 1,1-dioxide
Is Denatonium Saccharide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Denatonium Saccharide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Denatonium Saccharide do in cosmetic products?
Denatonium Saccharide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: denaturant.
What is the CAS number of Denatonium Saccharide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Denatonium Saccharide is 90823-38-4.
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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