Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, anti-sebum, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate is the organic salt.
What does it do?
Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories
EU regulatory status
Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate 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 Dibutyroyllysinate?
Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate is the organic salt.
Is Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate do in cosmetic products?
Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, anti-sebum, deodorant, skin conditioning - miscellaneous.
What is the CAS number of Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Zinc Dibutyroyllysinate is 2948257-44-9.
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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: 14/08/2024