Allowed in EU

Ozonized Polysorbate 80

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

What is it?

Ozonized Polysorbate 80 is the end-product of the controlled treatment of Polysorbate 80 with ozone

What does it do?

Ozonized Polysorbate 80 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Ozonized Polysorbate 80 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 Ozonized Polysorbate 80?

Ozonized Polysorbate 80 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ozonized Polysorbate 80 is the end-product of the controlled treatment of Polysorbate 80 with ozone

Is Ozonized Polysorbate 80 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ozonized Polysorbate 80 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ozonized Polysorbate 80 do in cosmetic products?

Ozonized Polysorbate 80 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Ozonized Polysorbate 80?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ozonized Polysorbate 80 is -.

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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