Disodium Hydroxysulfoacetate
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-sulfo-, sodium salt (1:2)
What does it do?
Disodium Hydroxysulfoacetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Reducing
a reducing agent — donates electrons to break chemical bonds, used in perms and depilatories
EU regulatory status
Disodium Hydroxysulfoacetate 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 Hydroxysulfoacetate?
Disodium Hydroxysulfoacetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acetic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-sulfo-, sodium salt (1:2)
Is Disodium Hydroxysulfoacetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Disodium Hydroxysulfoacetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Disodium Hydroxysulfoacetate do in cosmetic products?
Disodium Hydroxysulfoacetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: reducing.
What is the CAS number of Disodium Hydroxysulfoacetate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Disodium Hydroxysulfoacetate is 223106-41-0.
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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