Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as oxidising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,3-Dihydro-1,3-dioxo-2H-isoindole-2-hexaneperoxoic acid
What does it do?
Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Oxidising
an oxidising agent — used in hair dyes, perms, and bleaches to drive chemical reactions
EU regulatory status
Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid 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 Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid?
Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3-Dihydro-1,3-dioxo-2H-isoindole-2-hexaneperoxoic acid
Is Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: oxidising.
What is the CAS number of Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phthalimidoperoxycaproic Acid is 128275-31-0.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010