Allowed in EU

Calcium Xylenesulfonate

A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Calcium xylenesulfonate

What does it do?

Calcium Xylenesulfonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

  • Surfactant - hydrotrope

    surfactant that increases the solubility of poorly-soluble substances in water-based formulations

EU regulatory status

Calcium Xylenesulfonate 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 Xylenesulfonate?

Calcium Xylenesulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Calcium xylenesulfonate

Is Calcium Xylenesulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Calcium Xylenesulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Calcium Xylenesulfonate do in cosmetic products?

Calcium Xylenesulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope.

What is the CAS number of Calcium Xylenesulfonate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Calcium Xylenesulfonate is 28088-63-3.

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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: 15/10/2010