Ethane
A cosmetic ingredient used as propellant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethane
What does it do?
Ethane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Propellant
the gas that pushes a product out of an aerosol can
EU regulatory status
Ethane 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 Ethane?
Ethane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethane
Is Ethane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethane do in cosmetic products?
Ethane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: propellant.
What is the CAS number of Ethane?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethane is 74-84-0.
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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