Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b
A cosmetic ingredient used as deodorant, propellant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Chloro-1,1-difluoroethane
What does it do?
Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Propellant
the gas that pushes a product out of an aerosol can
EU regulatory status
Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b 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 Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b?
Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Chloro-1,1-difluoroethane
Is Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b do in cosmetic products?
Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: deodorant, propellant.
What is the CAS number of Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrochlorofluorocarbon 142b is 75-68-3.
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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: 21/11/2016