Edta
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,2-Ethanediamine, N,N,N',N'-tetrakis(carboxymethyl)-
What does it do?
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
EU regulatory status
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 Edta?
Edta is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,2-Ethanediamine, N,N,N',N'-tetrakis(carboxymethyl)-
Is Edta allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Edta is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Edta do in cosmetic products?
Edta is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating.
What is the CAS number of Edta?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Edta is 60-00-4.
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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