Allowed in EU

Ornithine Hcl

A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

L-2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid, hydrochloride

What does it do?

Ornithine Hcl is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Ornithine Hcl 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 Ornithine Hcl?

Ornithine Hcl is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. L-2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid, hydrochloride

Is Ornithine Hcl allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ornithine Hcl is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ornithine Hcl do in cosmetic products?

Ornithine Hcl is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Ornithine Hcl?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ornithine Hcl is 3184-13-2.

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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