Methyl Pyrrolidone
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone
What does it do?
Methyl Pyrrolidone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Methyl Pyrrolidone is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1393), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Methyl Pyrrolidone?
Methyl Pyrrolidone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone
Is Methyl Pyrrolidone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Methyl Pyrrolidone is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Methyl Pyrrolidone do in cosmetic products?
Methyl Pyrrolidone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Methyl Pyrrolidone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Methyl Pyrrolidone is 872-50-4.
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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: 30/07/2020