Banned in EU

Hydrocortisone Acetate

A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

hydrocortisone 21-acetate

What does it do?

Hydrocortisone Acetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Hydrocortisone Acetate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 300), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Hydrocortisone Acetate?

Hydrocortisone Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. hydrocortisone 21-acetate

Is Hydrocortisone Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Hydrocortisone Acetate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydrocortisone Acetate do in cosmetic products?

Hydrocortisone Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Hydrocortisone Acetate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrocortisone Acetate is 50-03-3.

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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