Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, bleaching, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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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
Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide 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 Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide?
Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide do in cosmetic products?
Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Methylenedioxyphenyl Dihydroxybenzamide is -.
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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