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INCI name

TANNIC ACID

Tannic acid

AstringentFragrancereviewed

A plant tannin of the gallotannin type, used as an astringent and fragrance ingredient.

What it is

Tannic acid is, according to CosIng, a group of tannins: gallic acid derivatives found in nutgalls, bark and other plant parts, especially oak bark. CosIng lists it as an astringent and fragrance ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in toners, hair products, deodorants and other products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Tannic acid is not a single compound but a mixture whose composition depends on the plant source.

Functions

Astringent
Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (18)

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