Allowed in EU

Hydrofluorocarbon 152a

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

What is it?

1,1-Difluoroethane

What does it do?

Hydrofluorocarbon 152a is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Propellant

    the gas that pushes a product out of an aerosol can

EU regulatory status

Hydrofluorocarbon 152a 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 Hydrofluorocarbon 152a?

Hydrofluorocarbon 152a is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,1-Difluoroethane

Is Hydrofluorocarbon 152a allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydrofluorocarbon 152a is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydrofluorocarbon 152a do in cosmetic products?

Hydrofluorocarbon 152a is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: propellant.

What is the CAS number of Hydrofluorocarbon 152a?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrofluorocarbon 152a is 75-37-6.

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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: 15/10/2010