Allowed in EU

Disodium Hydroxysulfinoacetate

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

What is it?

Acetic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-sulfino-, sodium salt (1:2)

What does it do?

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

  • Reducing

    a reducing agent — donates electrons to break chemical bonds, used in perms and depilatories

EU regulatory status

Disodium Hydroxysulfinoacetate 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 Hydroxysulfinoacetate?

Disodium Hydroxysulfinoacetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acetic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-sulfino-, sodium salt (1:2)

Is Disodium Hydroxysulfinoacetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Disodium Hydroxysulfinoacetate do in cosmetic products?

Disodium Hydroxysulfinoacetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: reducing.

What is the CAS number of Disodium Hydroxysulfinoacetate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Disodium Hydroxysulfinoacetate is 29736-24-1.

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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