Echinacin
A cosmetic ingredient used as moisturising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 5-hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-7-[[6-O-[(2E)-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1-oxo-2-propenyl]-beta-D-glucopyranosyl]oxy]-
What does it do?
Echinacin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Moisturising
increases the water content of skin or hair, leaving it softer and more pliable
EU regulatory status
Echinacin 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 Echinacin?
Echinacin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 5-hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-7-[[6-O-[(2E)-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1-oxo-2-propenyl]-beta-D-glucopyranosyl]oxy]-
Is Echinacin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Echinacin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Echinacin do in cosmetic products?
Echinacin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: moisturising.
What is the CAS number of Echinacin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Echinacin is 105815-90-5 / 8001-18-1.
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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