Allowed in EU

Orotic Acid

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

What is it?

1,2,3,6-Tetrahydro-2,6-dioxopyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid

What does it do?

Orotic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Orotic Acid 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 Orotic Acid?

Orotic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,2,3,6-Tetrahydro-2,6-dioxopyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid

Is Orotic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Orotic Acid do in cosmetic products?

Orotic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Orotic Acid?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Orotic Acid is 65-86-1.

Related ingredients

Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010