Disodium Itaconate
A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Butanedioic acid, 2-methylene-, sodium salt (1:2)
What does it do?
Disodium Itaconate 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 Itaconate 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 Itaconate?
Disodium Itaconate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butanedioic acid, 2-methylene-, sodium salt (1:2)
Is Disodium Itaconate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Disodium Itaconate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Disodium Itaconate do in cosmetic products?
Disodium Itaconate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering.
What is the CAS number of Disodium Itaconate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Disodium Itaconate is 5363-69-9.
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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: 15/04/2019