Calcium Citrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, calcium salt (2:3)
What does it do?
Calcium 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
EU regulatory status
Calcium 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 Calcium Citrate?
Calcium Citrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, calcium salt (2:3)
Is Calcium Citrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Calcium Citrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Calcium Citrate do in cosmetic products?
Calcium Citrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering.
What is the CAS number of Calcium Citrate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Calcium Citrate is 813-94-5.
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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