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Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide

A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, dispersing non-surfactant, skin conditioning - miscellaneous in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Europium/Yttrium Oxide Sulfide

What does it do?

Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Abrasive

    removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste

  • Dispersing non-surfactant

    evenly distributes solid particles (e.g. pigments) in a liquid without acting as a surfactant

  • Skin conditioning - miscellaneous

    improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories

  • Uv filter

    absorbs or reflects ultraviolet radiation, the active ingredient class in sunscreens

EU regulatory status

Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide 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 Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide?

Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Europium/Yttrium Oxide Sulfide

Is Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide do in cosmetic products?

Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, dispersing non-surfactant, skin conditioning - miscellaneous, uv filter.

What is the CAS number of Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Europium/yttrium Oxide Sulfide is 68585-85-3.

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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: 12/10/2020