Allowed in EU

P-Anisonitrile

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

What is it?

p-Methoxybenzonitrile; p-Cyanoanisole

What does it do?

P-Anisonitrile is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

P-Anisonitrile 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 P-Anisonitrile?

P-Anisonitrile is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. p-Methoxybenzonitrile; p-Cyanoanisole

Is P-Anisonitrile allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. P-Anisonitrile is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does P-Anisonitrile do in cosmetic products?

P-Anisonitrile is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.

What is the CAS number of P-Anisonitrile?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for P-Anisonitrile is 874-90-8.

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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: 02/03/2011