CLIMBAZOLE
CLIMBAZOLE
Climbazole is a synthetic ingredient used as a preservative in cosmetic formulations. It also plays a role in skincare.
Skin conditioningPreservativeRestricted useSuspected CMR
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Skin conditioning — Keeps the skin in good condition and protects it; improves its comfort.
Preservative — Limits the growth of micro-organisms to preserve the product.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| ECHA — plan d’action continu communautaire (CoRAP) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Mutagène — suspecté |
| ECHA — plan d’action continu communautaire (CoRAP) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Risque environnemental — confirmé |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex III (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Permitted subject to restrictions (Annex III) — max 2,0 % in Rinse-off anti-dandruff shampoo — For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. |
| European Commission — Annex V (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Authorised preservative (Annex V) — max (a) 0,2 % (b) 0,2 % (c) 0,2 % (d) 0,5 % in (a) Hair lotions (b) Face creams (c) Foot care products (d) Rinse-off shampoo |
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Products
Products containing it
Statistics
In Lou’s database
2
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Anti-dandruff · Face |
| Most frequent brands | Apivita · Bioderma |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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