Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phosphoric acid, magnesium salt (1:1)
What does it do?
Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
EU regulatory status
Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate 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 Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate?
Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phosphoric acid, magnesium salt (1:1)
Is Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking.
What is the CAS number of Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate is 7757-86-0.
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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