CosIng
The European Commission's official database of cosmetic ingredients (Cosmetic Ingredient database). CosIng contains information on substances and ingredients used in cosmetic products, including INCI names, CAS numbers, restrictions, and references to EC 1223/2009 annexes.
CosIng (Cosmetic Ingredient database) is the official European Commission database providing information on cosmetic substances and ingredients. It serves as the authoritative reference for ingredient information under the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC 1223/2009).
CosIng contains information on over 30,000 cosmetic ingredients including: INCI names (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients), CAS and EC numbers, chemical descriptions and common names, functions in cosmetic products (e.g., emollient, preservative, UV filter), restrictions from Annexes II through VI of the Cosmetics Regulation, and SCCS opinions related to each ingredient.
The database is publicly accessible and free to use. It is an essential tool for cosmetic formulators, regulatory professionals, and compliance teams for verifying ingredient status, identifying applicable restrictions, and finding the correct INCI name for labeling purposes.
CosIng is regularly updated to reflect amendments to the Cosmetics Regulation annexes. However, it is important to note that CosIng is a reference tool and does not constitute legal advice — the official legal text of the Cosmetics Regulation and its amendments, published in the Official Journal of the European Union, is the authoritative source.
Related Terms
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC 1223/2009)
The primary European Union law governing cosmetic products, establishing requirements for safety assessment, CPNP notification, responsible person designation, ingredient restrictions (Annexes II-VI), labeling, and post-market surveillance across all EU/EEA member states.
ProcessInternational Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI)
A standardized system of ingredient naming developed by the Personal Care Products Council (formerly CTFA), used worldwide for cosmetic ingredient labeling. INCI names are required on product labels in the EU, US, Canada, and most other regulated markets.
IngredientAnnex II — EU Prohibited Substances List
The list of over 1,600 substances prohibited from use in cosmetic products under the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC 1223/2009). Annex II substances may not be used as cosmetic ingredients under any conditions, regardless of concentration.
IngredientAnnex III — EU Restricted Substances List
The list of substances restricted to specific conditions of use in cosmetic products under EC 1223/2009. Annex III specifies maximum concentrations, product types, warnings, and other conditions under which listed substances may be used.
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