Tetrafluoropropene
A cosmetic ingredient used as propellant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Tetrafluoropropene is the halocarbon
What does it do?
Tetrafluoropropene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Propellant
the gas that pushes a product out of an aerosol can
EU regulatory status
Tetrafluoropropene 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 Tetrafluoropropene?
Tetrafluoropropene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tetrafluoropropene is the halocarbon
Is Tetrafluoropropene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tetrafluoropropene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tetrafluoropropene do in cosmetic products?
Tetrafluoropropene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: propellant.
What is the CAS number of Tetrafluoropropene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetrafluoropropene is 29118-24-9.
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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