Allowed in EU

Zinc Chloride Hydroxide

A cosmetic ingredient used as bulking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Zinc chloride hydroxide (Zn5Cl2(OH)8), hydrate (1:1)

What does it do?

Zinc Chloride Hydroxide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Bulking

    adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties

EU regulatory status

Zinc Chloride Hydroxide 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 Chloride Hydroxide?

Zinc Chloride Hydroxide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zinc chloride hydroxide (Zn5Cl2(OH)8), hydrate (1:1)

Is Zinc Chloride Hydroxide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Zinc Chloride Hydroxide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Zinc Chloride Hydroxide do in cosmetic products?

Zinc Chloride Hydroxide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bulking.

What is the CAS number of Zinc Chloride Hydroxide?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Zinc Chloride Hydroxide is 12167-79-2.

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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: 15/03/2016