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Panthenol

D-Panthenol (Provitamin B5)

Safety Notes

Converts to pantothenic acid in skin; excellent humectant; well tolerated including baby skin

Function & Common Use

Function

Humectant / Skin conditioning / Hair conditioning

Category

Humectant

Common In

Moisturisers, serums, shampoos, baby care

Origin

Synthetic / Biotech

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Panthenol safe to use in skincare?

Panthenol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Converts to pantothenic acid in skin; excellent humectant; well tolerated including baby skin

Is Panthenol allowed in India?

Panthenol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Panthenol used for in cosmetics?

Panthenol functions as: Humectant / Skin conditioning / Hair conditioning. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers, serums, shampoos, baby care.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS81-13-0
EC201-327-3

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