Zinc Pca
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Proline, 5-oxo-, zinc salt
What does it do?
Zinc Pca is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Zinc Pca is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 24). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Zinc Pca?
Zinc Pca is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Proline, 5-oxo-, zinc salt
Is Zinc Pca allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Zinc Pca is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Zinc Pca do in cosmetic products?
Zinc Pca is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Zinc Pca?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Zinc Pca is 68107-75-5 / 15454-75-8.
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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