Ammonium Acetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ammonium acetate
What does it do?
Ammonium Acetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product
EU regulatory status
Ammonium Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ammonium Acetate?
Ammonium Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ammonium acetate
Is Ammonium Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ammonium Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ammonium Acetate do in cosmetic products?
Ammonium Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering.
What is the CAS number of Ammonium Acetate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ammonium Acetate is 631-61-8.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010