Phytonadione
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,4-Naphthalenedione, 2-methyl[3-(3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-2-hexadecenyl)-, [R-[R*, R*-(E)]]-; Vitamin K1
What does it do?
Phytonadione 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
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Phytonadione is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1371), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Phytonadione?
Phytonadione is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,4-Naphthalenedione, 2-methyl[3-(3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-2-hexadecenyl)-, [R-[R*, R*-(E)]]-; Vitamin K1
Is Phytonadione allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Phytonadione is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phytonadione do in cosmetic products?
Phytonadione is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Phytonadione?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phytonadione is 84-80-0 / 81818-54-4.
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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: 15/10/2010