Calcium Montanate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fatty acids, montan-wax, calcium salts
What does it do?
Calcium Montanate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Calcium Montanate 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 Montanate?
Calcium Montanate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, montan-wax, calcium salts
Is Calcium Montanate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Calcium Montanate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Calcium Montanate do in cosmetic products?
Calcium Montanate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Calcium Montanate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Calcium Montanate is 68308-22-5 / 52258-47-6.
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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