Gibberellic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Gibb-3-ene-1,10-dicarboxylic acid, 2,4a,7-trihydroxy-1-methyl-8-methylene-, 1,4a-lactone, (1.alpha.,2.beta.,4a.alpha.,4b.beta.,10.beta.)-
What does it do?
Gibberellic 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
Gibberellic 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 Gibberellic Acid?
Gibberellic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Gibb-3-ene-1,10-dicarboxylic acid, 2,4a,7-trihydroxy-1-methyl-8-methylene-, 1,4a-lactone, (1.alpha.,2.beta.,4a.alpha.,4b.beta.,10.beta.)-
Is Gibberellic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Gibberellic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Gibberellic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Gibberellic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Gibberellic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Gibberellic Acid is 77-06-5.
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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: 30/09/2015