S-Allylcysteine
A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
L-Cysteine, S-2-propen-1-yl-
What does it do?
S-Allylcysteine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
EU regulatory status
S-Allylcysteine 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 S-Allylcysteine?
S-Allylcysteine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. L-Cysteine, S-2-propen-1-yl-
Is S-Allylcysteine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. S-Allylcysteine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does S-Allylcysteine do in cosmetic products?
S-Allylcysteine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching.
What is the CAS number of S-Allylcysteine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for S-Allylcysteine is 21593-77-1.
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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: 18/04/2018