Hemocyanin
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hemocyanin is the oxygen-transporting protein found in cold-blood animals such as arthropods and molluscs.
What does it do?
Hemocyanin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
EU regulatory status
Hemocyanin 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 Hemocyanin?
Hemocyanin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hemocyanin is the oxygen-transporting protein found in cold-blood animals such as arthropods and molluscs.
Is Hemocyanin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hemocyanin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hemocyanin do in cosmetic products?
Hemocyanin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antimicrobial.
What is the CAS number of Hemocyanin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hemocyanin is 9013-72-3.
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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: 02/02/2018