Rutinyl Succinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Rutinyl Succinate is the ester of Rutin and Succinic Acid
What does it do?
Rutinyl Succinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Uv absorber
absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation
EU regulatory status
Rutinyl Succinate 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 Rutinyl Succinate?
Rutinyl Succinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Rutinyl Succinate is the ester of Rutin and Succinic Acid
Is Rutinyl Succinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Rutinyl Succinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Rutinyl Succinate do in cosmetic products?
Rutinyl Succinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, skin protecting, uv absorber.
What is the CAS number of Rutinyl Succinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rutinyl Succinate is 267006-02-0.
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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