Deoxycytidine
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cytidine, 2'-deoxy-, 2'-Deoxycytidine
What does it do?
Deoxycytidine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Deoxycytidine 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 Deoxycytidine?
Deoxycytidine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cytidine, 2'-deoxy-, 2'-Deoxycytidine
Is Deoxycytidine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Deoxycytidine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Deoxycytidine do in cosmetic products?
Deoxycytidine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Deoxycytidine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Deoxycytidine is 951-77-9.
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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: 15/04/2019