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Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer

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

What is it?

Tricyclo[5,2,1,0(2,6)]deca-3,8-diene, polymer with methyl(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenol

What does it do?

Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer 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

EU regulatory status

Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer 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 Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer?

Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tricyclo[5,2,1,0(2,6)]deca-3,8-diene, polymer with methyl(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenol

Is Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.

What is the CAS number of Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dicyclopentadiene/t-Butylcresol Copolymer is 220997-66-0.

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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