Nitrogen
A cosmetic ingredient used as propellant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Nitrogen
What does it do?
Nitrogen is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Propellant
the gas that pushes a product out of an aerosol can
EU regulatory status
Nitrogen 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 Nitrogen?
Nitrogen is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Nitrogen
Is Nitrogen allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Nitrogen is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Nitrogen do in cosmetic products?
Nitrogen is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: propellant.
What is the CAS number of Nitrogen?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Nitrogen is 7727-37-9.
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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