Banned in EU

Oxyquinoline Sulfate

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

What is it?

bis(8-Hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate

What does it do?

Oxyquinoline Sulfate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Oxyquinoline Sulfate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 395III), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Classification: /51

Frequently asked questions

What is Oxyquinoline Sulfate?

Oxyquinoline Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. bis(8-Hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate

Is Oxyquinoline Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Oxyquinoline Sulfate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Oxyquinoline Sulfate do in cosmetic products?

Oxyquinoline Sulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, chelating.

What is the CAS number of Oxyquinoline Sulfate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oxyquinoline Sulfate is 134-31-6.

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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: 31/07/2020