Parthenolide
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Oxireno[9,10]cyclodeca[1,2-b]furan-9(1aH)-one, 2,3,6,7,7a,8,10a,10b-octahydro-1a,5-dimethyl-8-methylene-,(1aR,4E,7aS,10aS,10bR)-,(1S,2R,4R,7E,11S)-4,8-dimethyl-12-methylidene-3,14-dioxatricyclo[9.3.0.0^{2,4}]tetradec-7-en-13-one
What does it do?
Parthenolide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Parthenolide 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 Parthenolide?
Parthenolide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxireno[9,10]cyclodeca[1,2-b]furan-9(1aH)-one, 2,3,6,7,7a,8,10a,10b-octahydro-1a,5-dimethyl-8-methylene-,(1aR,4E,7aS,10aS,10bR)-,(1S,2R,4R,7E,11S)-4,8-dimethyl-12-methylidene-3,14-dioxatricyclo[9.3.0.0^{2,4}]tetradec-7-en-13-one
Is Parthenolide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Parthenolide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Parthenolide do in cosmetic products?
Parthenolide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Parthenolide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Parthenolide is 20554-84-1.
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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: 23/10/2019