Rebaudioside A
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
(4a)-13-[(2-O-ß-D-glucopyranosyl-3-O-ß-Dglucopyranosyl-ß-D-glucopyranosyl)-oxy]kaur-6-en-8-oic acid ß-Dglucopyranosyl ester
What does it do?
Rebaudioside A 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
Rebaudioside A 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 Rebaudioside A?
Rebaudioside A is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. (4a)-13-[(2-O-ß-D-glucopyranosyl-3-O-ß-Dglucopyranosyl-ß-D-glucopyranosyl)-oxy]kaur-6-en-8-oic acid ß-Dglucopyranosyl ester
Is Rebaudioside A allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Rebaudioside A is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Rebaudioside A do in cosmetic products?
Rebaudioside A is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Rebaudioside A?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rebaudioside A is 58543-16-1.
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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: 18/11/2014