Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,1'-(2-Phenylethylidene)bis(1H-indole)
What does it do?
Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole 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 Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole?
Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,1'-(2-Phenylethylidene)bis(1H-indole)
Is Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole do in cosmetic products?
Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phenylethylidene-Bis-Indole is 67801-37-0.
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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