"Strong penalty" in all categories.
- Origin(s): Synthetic
- INCI name: TRICLOSAN
- EINECS/ELINCS number: 222-182-2
- Classification: Suspected endocrine disruptor, Regulated, Preservative
Restriction in Europe:
V/25
Maximum permitted concentration: 0.3% in toothpastes, hand soaps, body soaps/shower gels, deodorants (other than spray), face powders and foundations, nail products intended cleaning fingernails and toenails before applying preparations for artificial nails - Prohibited in toothpastes for children under 3 years old.
This restriction is applicable from December 31, 2024 for new products placed on the market and from October 31, 2025 for all products.
Maximum permitted concentration: 0.3% in toothpastes, hand soaps, body soaps/shower gels, deodorants (other than spray), face powders and foundations, nail products intended cleaning fingernails and toenails before applying preparations for artificial nails - Prohibited in toothpastes for children under 3 years old.
This restriction is applicable from December 31, 2024 for new products placed on the market and from October 31, 2025 for all products.
Its functions (INCI)
- Antimicrobial : Helps slowing the growth of micro-organisms on the skin and counteracts the development of microbes
- Deodorant : Reduces or masks unpleasant body odors
- Preservative : Inhibits the development of microorganisms in cosmetic products.
This ingredient is present in 0.2% of cosmetics.
Products that contains it
