Hydrolyzed Chitin
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrolyzed Chitin is the hydrolysate of Chitin derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Chitin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Chitin 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 Hydrolyzed Chitin?
Hydrolyzed Chitin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Chitin is the hydrolysate of Chitin derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
Is Hydrolyzed Chitin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Chitin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Chitin do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Chitin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning.
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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