Allowed in EU

Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate

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

What is it?

(Hexahydro-2H-azepin-2-ylidene)bis(phosphonic) acid

What does it do?

Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

EU regulatory status

Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate 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 Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate?

Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. (Hexahydro-2H-azepin-2-ylidene)bis(phosphonic) acid

Is Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate do in cosmetic products?

Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating.

What is the CAS number of Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Disodium Azacycloheptane Diphosphonate is 57601-56-6 / 62682-16-0.

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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