Disodium Edta
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate
What does it do?
Disodium Edta is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Disodium Edta 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 Edta?
Disodium Edta is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate
Is Disodium Edta allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Disodium Edta is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Disodium Edta do in cosmetic products?
Disodium Edta is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Disodium Edta?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Disodium Edta is 139-33-3 --- 6381-92-6.
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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: 15/11/2016