Glutaral in EU cosmetics: Annex V, entry 48
Glutaral: the maximum concentration in ready for use preparation is 0,1 %. Annex V, entry 48, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated 18 May 2026.
- Annex
- V: List of preservatives allowed in cosmetic products
- Reference number
- 48
- Chemical name/INN
- Glutaraldehyde (Pentane-1,5-dial)
- Name of Common Ingredients Glossary
- Glutaral
- CAS number
- 111-30-8
- EC number
- 203-856-5
- Version
- Consolidated version of 18 May 2026
- Official source
- Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated text
Official wording: restrictions
- Maximum concentration in ready for use preparation: 0,1 % | Other: Not to be used in aerosols (sprays)
Official wording: conditions of use and warnings
Contains glutaral (9)
Notes referred to in this entry
- (9) Only if the concentration exceeds 0,05 %.
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