Kojic acid
Kojic acid
Kojic Acid (INCI: Kojic Acid) is an ingredient of plant-based or synthetic origin. It acts as an antioxidant in cosmetic formulations and is used in hair care products.
Hair conditioningAntioxidantRestricted useEndocrine disruptor (suspected)
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Hair conditioning — Improves the appearance, softness and manageability of the hair.
Antioxidant — Limits oxidation and helps preserve the formula over time.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| Endocrine Disruptor Lists (autorités UE, edlists.org) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Perturbateur endocrinien — suspecté |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| 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 1 % in Face and hand products — From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market. |
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Products
Products containing it
Statistics
In Lou’s database
2
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Face |
| Most frequent brands | Dermaceutic |
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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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