Methyl Glycyrrhizate
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
alpha-d-Glucopyranosiduronic acid, (3beta,20beta)-20-carboxy-11-oxo-30-norolean-12-en-3-yl 2-o-beta-d-glucopyranuronosyl-, methyl ester; Glycyrrhizic acid methyl ester
What does it do?
Methyl Glycyrrhizate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
EU regulatory status
Methyl Glycyrrhizate 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 Methyl Glycyrrhizate?
Methyl Glycyrrhizate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. alpha-d-Glucopyranosiduronic acid, (3beta,20beta)-20-carboxy-11-oxo-30-norolean-12-en-3-yl 2-o-beta-d-glucopyranuronosyl-, methyl ester; Glycyrrhizic acid methyl ester
Is Methyl Glycyrrhizate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Methyl Glycyrrhizate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Methyl Glycyrrhizate do in cosmetic products?
Methyl Glycyrrhizate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Methyl Glycyrrhizate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Methyl Glycyrrhizate is 104191-95-9.
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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: 15/10/2010