Xanthopterin
A cosmetic ingredient used as colorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Xanthopterin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula:
What does it do?
Xanthopterin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Xanthopterin 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 Xanthopterin?
Xanthopterin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Xanthopterin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula:
Is Xanthopterin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Xanthopterin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Xanthopterin do in cosmetic products?
Xanthopterin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: colorant.
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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: 08/10/2020