Hydroxycortisone Succinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 21-(3-Carboxy-1-Oxopropoxy)-11,17-Dihydroxy-, (11βeta)-
What does it do?
Hydroxycortisone Succinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Hydroxycortisone Succinate 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 Hydroxycortisone Succinate?
Hydroxycortisone Succinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 21-(3-Carboxy-1-Oxopropoxy)-11,17-Dihydroxy-, (11βeta)-
Is Hydroxycortisone Succinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Hydroxycortisone Succinate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxycortisone Succinate do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxycortisone Succinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Hydroxycortisone Succinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxycortisone Succinate is 2203-97-6.
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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