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Genistein

CAS Nr.

446-72-0

Restricted as per EC regulation 1223/2009?

Yes

Entries

III/373

Other observations

Date of update Deadline Content of update Reference Source Obelis articles
04/04/2024 01/02/2025 - 01/11/2025 Genistein has been added to Annex III to the EU Cosmetics Regulation - the list of restricted substances. Its use is allowed in ready use preparations up to a maximum concentration of 0,007%. Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/996 EC New amendment to EU Cosmetics Regulation: Retinol and other substances banned or restricted in cosmetics
08/06/2023 N/A Based on the latest scientific opinions by the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) the proposed measures aim at: establishing restrictions in Annex III for the substance 'Genistein', used as skin conditioning/protecting and antioxidant in cosmetic products. WTO WTO