Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
What does it do?
Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide 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 Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide?
Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Is Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxydodecyl Dimethoxybenzamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching, skin protecting.
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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: 21/10/2019