Formamidine Sulfinic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as reducing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Methanesulfinic acid, 1-amino-1-imino-
What does it do?
Formamidine Sulfinic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Reducing
a reducing agent — donates electrons to break chemical bonds, used in perms and depilatories
EU regulatory status
Formamidine Sulfinic Acid 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 Formamidine Sulfinic Acid?
Formamidine Sulfinic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Methanesulfinic acid, 1-amino-1-imino-
Is Formamidine Sulfinic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Formamidine Sulfinic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Formamidine Sulfinic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Formamidine Sulfinic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: reducing.
What is the CAS number of Formamidine Sulfinic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Formamidine Sulfinic Acid is 1758-73-2.
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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: 09/07/2013