Synephrine
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
4-[1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]phenol
What does it do?
Synephrine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Synephrine 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 Synephrine?
Synephrine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 4-[1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]phenol
Is Synephrine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Synephrine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Synephrine do in cosmetic products?
Synephrine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Synephrine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Synephrine is 94-07-5.
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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: 27/03/2014