Sinapic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cinnamic acid, 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxy- ;2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-
What does it do?
Sinapic Acid 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
Sinapic Acid 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 Sinapic Acid?
Sinapic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cinnamic acid, 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxy- ;2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-
Is Sinapic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sinapic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sinapic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Sinapic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Sinapic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sinapic Acid is 530-59-6.
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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: 26/11/2012