Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide is the product obtained by the reaction of Docosahexaenoic Acid and zinc chloride neutralized with sodium hydroxide
What does it do?
Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Uv absorber
absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation
EU regulatory status
Zinc Docosahexaenoate 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 Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide?
Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide is the product obtained by the reaction of Docosahexaenoic Acid and zinc chloride neutralized with sodium hydroxide
Is Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide do in cosmetic products?
Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin protecting, uv absorber.
What is the CAS number of Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Zinc Docosahexaenoate Hydroxide is -.
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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