Bismuth Citrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering, chelating, hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Bismuth citrate
What does it do?
Bismuth Citrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Hair dyeing
colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment
EU regulatory status
Bismuth Citrate 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 Bismuth Citrate?
Bismuth Citrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bismuth citrate
Is Bismuth Citrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bismuth Citrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bismuth Citrate do in cosmetic products?
Bismuth Citrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering, chelating, hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Bismuth Citrate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bismuth Citrate is 813-93-4.
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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: 11/06/2014