Hydrogenated Mineral Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrogenated Mineral Oil is the end product of the controlled hydrogenation of Mineral Oil.
What does it do?
Hydrogenated Mineral Oil 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
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Hydrogenated Mineral Oil is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 778), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Classification: . Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated heavy paraffinic, if they contain > 3 % w/w DMSO extract.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hydrogenated Mineral Oil?
Hydrogenated Mineral Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrogenated Mineral Oil is the end product of the controlled hydrogenation of Mineral Oil.
Is Hydrogenated Mineral Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Hydrogenated Mineral Oil is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrogenated Mineral Oil do in cosmetic products?
Hydrogenated Mineral Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Hydrogenated Mineral Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrogenated Mineral Oil is 64742-54-7.
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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: 11/12/2018