Disodium Fumarate
A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fumaric acid, Disodium salt
What does it do?
Disodium Fumarate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product
EU regulatory status
Disodium Fumarate 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 Fumarate?
Disodium Fumarate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fumaric acid, Disodium salt
Is Disodium Fumarate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Disodium Fumarate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Disodium Fumarate do in cosmetic products?
Disodium Fumarate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering.
What is the CAS number of Disodium Fumarate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Disodium Fumarate is 17013-01-3.
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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