Allowed in EU

Pyricarbate

A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

2,6-Pyridinedimethanol, bis(methylcarbamate) (ester)

What does it do?

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

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Pyricarbate 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 Pyricarbate?

Pyricarbate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol, bis(methylcarbamate) (ester)

Is Pyricarbate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Pyricarbate do in cosmetic products?

Pyricarbate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Pyricarbate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pyricarbate is 1882-26-4.

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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