Mea-Sulfite
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Hydroxyethylammonium Hydrogen Sulphite
What does it do?
Mea-Sulfite is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Mea-Sulfite is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 61). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Mea-Sulfite?
Mea-Sulfite is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Hydroxyethylammonium Hydrogen Sulphite
Is Mea-Sulfite allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Mea-Sulfite is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mea-Sulfite do in cosmetic products?
Mea-Sulfite is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair fixing.
What is the CAS number of Mea-Sulfite?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mea-Sulfite is 13427-63-9.
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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: 15/10/2010