Mineral Spirits
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ligroine. A complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained by the fractional distillation of petroleum. This fraction boils in a range of approximately 20[0]C to 135[0]C (58[0]F to 275[0]F)
What does it do?
Mineral Spirits 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
Mineral Spirits 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 Mineral Spirits?
Mineral Spirits is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ligroine. A complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained by the fractional distillation of petroleum. This fraction boils in a range of approximately 20[0]C to 135[0]C (58[0]F to 275[0]F)
Is Mineral Spirits allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mineral Spirits is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mineral Spirits do in cosmetic products?
Mineral Spirits is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Mineral Spirits?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mineral Spirits is 8032-32-4.
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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: 15/10/2010