Rayon
A cosmetic ingredient used as bulking, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cellulose, regenerated. The product is obtained by treating cellulose with caustic soda, reacting this with carbon disulfide, dissolving this in a dilute alkali solution and extruding into an acid to form a continuous viscose tube
What does it do?
Rayon is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Rayon 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 Rayon?
Rayon is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cellulose, regenerated. The product is obtained by treating cellulose with caustic soda, reacting this with carbon disulfide, dissolving this in a dilute alkali solution and extruding into an acid to form a continuous viscose tube
Is Rayon allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Rayon is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Rayon do in cosmetic products?
Rayon is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bulking, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Rayon?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rayon is 68442-85-3 / 61788-77-0.
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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: 15/10/2010