N-Vinyl Caprolactam
A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
N-Vinyl Caprolactam is the organic compound that conforms to the formula:
What does it do?
N-Vinyl Caprolactam is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Not reported
function not declared in the EU CosIng database — the substance is approved for cosmetic use, but no specific role has been categorised
EU regulatory status
N-Vinyl Caprolactam 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 N-Vinyl Caprolactam?
N-Vinyl Caprolactam is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-Vinyl Caprolactam is the organic compound that conforms to the formula:
Is N-Vinyl Caprolactam allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. N-Vinyl Caprolactam is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does N-Vinyl Caprolactam do in cosmetic products?
N-Vinyl Caprolactam is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.
What is the CAS number of N-Vinyl Caprolactam?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for N-Vinyl Caprolactam is 2235-00-9.
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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: 31/01/2018