Allowed in EU

Rhamnose

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

6-Deoxy-L-mannose

What does it do?

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

Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

EU regulatory status

Rhamnose 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 Rhamnose?

Rhamnose is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 6-Deoxy-L-mannose

Is Rhamnose allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Rhamnose do in cosmetic products?

Rhamnose is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, humectant.

What is the CAS number of Rhamnose?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rhamnose is 3615-41-6 / 10030-85-0.

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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