Allowed in EU

Perfluoropropylene

A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

1,1,2,3,3,3-Hexafluoroprop-1-ene; 1,1,2,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropene; Hexafluoroprop-1-ene; Hexafluoropropene; HEXAFLUOROPROPENE (HFP); hexafluoropropylene; Hexafluorpropen

What does it do?

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

  • Not reported

    function not declared in the EU CosIng database — the substance is approved for cosmetic use, but no specific role has been categorised

EU regulatory status

Perfluoropropylene 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 Perfluoropropylene?

Perfluoropropylene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,1,2,3,3,3-Hexafluoroprop-1-ene; 1,1,2,3,3,3-Hexafluoropropene; Hexafluoroprop-1-ene; Hexafluoropropene; HEXAFLUOROPROPENE (HFP); hexafluoropropylene; Hexafluorpropen

Is Perfluoropropylene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Perfluoropropylene do in cosmetic products?

Perfluoropropylene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.

What is the CAS number of Perfluoropropylene?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Perfluoropropylene is 116-15-4.

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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: 26/04/2019