Ethyl Urocanate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, uv absorber in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
ethyl 3-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)acrylate
What does it do?
Ethyl Urocanate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Uv absorber
absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Ethyl Urocanate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 418), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ethyl Urocanate?
Ethyl Urocanate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. ethyl 3-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)acrylate
Is Ethyl Urocanate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Ethyl Urocanate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethyl Urocanate do in cosmetic products?
Ethyl Urocanate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, uv absorber.
What is the CAS number of Ethyl Urocanate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethyl Urocanate is 27538-35-8.
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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