Hordenine
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hordenine is the organic compound
What does it do?
Hordenine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Hordenine 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 Hordenine?
Hordenine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hordenine is the organic compound
Is Hordenine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hordenine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hordenine do in cosmetic products?
Hordenine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Hordenine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hordenine is 539-15-1.
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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: 20/12/2012