Zinc Cerium Oxide
A cosmetic ingredient used as uv absorber in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Zinc cerium oxide
What does it do?
Zinc Cerium Oxide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Uv absorber
absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation
EU regulatory status
Zinc Cerium Oxide 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 Zinc Cerium Oxide?
Zinc Cerium Oxide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zinc cerium oxide
Is Zinc Cerium Oxide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Zinc Cerium Oxide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Zinc Cerium Oxide do in cosmetic products?
Zinc Cerium Oxide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: uv absorber.
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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: 15/10/2010