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Colloidal Platinum

A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, antioxidant, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Colloidal Platinum is the product obtained by the suspension of platinum in water

What does it do?

Colloidal Platinum is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Deodorant

    reduces or masks unpleasant body odour

EU regulatory status

Colloidal Platinum 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 Colloidal Platinum?

Colloidal Platinum is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Colloidal Platinum is the product obtained by the suspension of platinum in water

Is Colloidal Platinum allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Colloidal Platinum do in cosmetic products?

Colloidal Platinum is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, antioxidant, deodorant.

What is the CAS number of Colloidal Platinum?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Colloidal Platinum is 7440-06-4.

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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: 01/02/2019