INCI Names for Activated Resorcinol and Satin Mousse for FDA Registration

Asked by: marissadajai On: December 29, 2014 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

What are the correct scientific or chemical names (specifically INCI names) for the following ingredients to be used for FDA (อย.) registration in cosmetics?

  • Activated Resorcinol™ (4-butyl Resorcinol)
  • Satin Mousse™ (Silky Cream Maker)

Answer

Based on the previous conversation, the scientific or chemical name used for FDA (อย.) registration for cosmetic ingredients is typically the INCI name (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients).

For the two ingredients you asked about:

  1. Activated Resorcinol™ (4-butyl Resorcinol): The INCI name is 4-butyl Resorcinol.
  2. Satin Mousse™ (Silky Cream Maker): The INCI name is Sodium Acrylates Copolymer.

You can use these INCI names when submitting documents to the FDA.