Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Decarboxy Calcioic Alcohol, 1H-Indene-1-ethanol, octahydro-4-[(2Z)-2-[(5S)-5-hydroxy-2-methylenecyclohexylidene]ethylidene]-\b.,7a-dimethyl-, (\b.S,1R,3aS,4E,7aR)-
What does it do?
Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol 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 Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol?
Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Decarboxy Calcioic Alcohol, 1H-Indene-1-ethanol, octahydro-4-[(2Z)-2-[(5S)-5-hydroxy-2-methylenecyclohexylidene]ethylidene]-\b.,7a-dimethyl-, (\b.S,1R,3aS,4E,7aR)-
Is Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxymethyl Pregnacalciferol is 116499-21-9.
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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: 13/05/2019