Banned in EU

Dichloromethane

A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Dichloromethane

What does it do?

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

Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Dichloromethane is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1389), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Dichloromethane?

Dichloromethane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dichloromethane

Is Dichloromethane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Dichloromethane is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dichloromethane do in cosmetic products?

Dichloromethane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming, solvent.

What is the CAS number of Dichloromethane?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dichloromethane is 75-09-2.

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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