Trimethylbenzene
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzene, 1,2,4-trimethyl-,Methyl-p-xylene,psuedo-Cumene
What does it do?
Trimethylbenzene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Trimethylbenzene 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 Trimethylbenzene?
Trimethylbenzene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzene, 1,2,4-trimethyl-,Methyl-p-xylene,psuedo-Cumene
Is Trimethylbenzene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Trimethylbenzene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Trimethylbenzene do in cosmetic products?
Trimethylbenzene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Trimethylbenzene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Trimethylbenzene is 95-63-6.
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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: 10/04/2014