Fulvic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1H,3H-Pyrano[4,3-b][1]benzopyran-9-carboxylic acid, 4,10-dihydro-3,7,8-trihydroxy-3-methyl-10-oxo
What does it do?
Fulvic Acid 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
EU regulatory status
Fulvic 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 Fulvic Acid?
Fulvic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1H,3H-Pyrano[4,3-b][1]benzopyran-9-carboxylic acid, 4,10-dihydro-3,7,8-trihydroxy-3-methyl-10-oxo
Is Fulvic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Fulvic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Fulvic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Fulvic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Fulvic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Fulvic Acid is 479-66-3.
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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: 15/10/2010