Wogonin
A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 5,7-dihydroxy-8-methoxy-2-phenyl-
What does it do?
Wogonin 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
Wogonin 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 Wogonin?
Wogonin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 5,7-dihydroxy-8-methoxy-2-phenyl-
Is Wogonin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Wogonin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Wogonin do in cosmetic products?
Wogonin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching.
What is the CAS number of Wogonin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Wogonin is 632-85-9.
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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: 22/06/2016