Calcium Cerium Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as light stabilizer in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Calcium Cerium Phosphate is the product obtained by the calcination of Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Pyrophosphate, and cerium.
What does it do?
Calcium Cerium Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Light stabilizer
protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life
EU regulatory status
Calcium Cerium Phosphate 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 Calcium Cerium Phosphate?
Calcium Cerium Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Calcium Cerium Phosphate is the product obtained by the calcination of Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Pyrophosphate, and cerium.
Is Calcium Cerium Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Calcium Cerium Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Calcium Cerium Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Calcium Cerium Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: light stabilizer.
What is the CAS number of Calcium Cerium Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Calcium Cerium Phosphate is 7790-76-3.
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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: 30/01/2018