Ferric Ammonium Citrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, Ammonium iron (3+) salt
What does it do?
Ferric Ammonium Citrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair dyeing
colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment
EU regulatory status
Ferric Ammonium Citrate 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 Ferric Ammonium Citrate?
Ferric Ammonium Citrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, Ammonium iron (3+) salt
Is Ferric Ammonium Citrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ferric Ammonium Citrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ferric Ammonium Citrate do in cosmetic products?
Ferric Ammonium Citrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Ferric Ammonium Citrate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ferric Ammonium Citrate is 1185-57-5.
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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