Nitromethane
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticorrosive in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Nitromethane
What does it do?
Nitromethane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticorrosive
protects formulations and packaging from corrosion, especially metal components
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Nitromethane is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 18). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Nitromethane?
Nitromethane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Nitromethane
Is Nitromethane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Nitromethane is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Nitromethane do in cosmetic products?
Nitromethane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticorrosive.
What is the CAS number of Nitromethane?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Nitromethane is 75-52-5.
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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