What is it?
Metaphosphoric acid
What does it do?
Metaphosphoric Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
Metaphosphoric Acid 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 Metaphosphoric Acid?
Metaphosphoric Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Metaphosphoric acid
Is Metaphosphoric Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Metaphosphoric Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Metaphosphoric Acid do in cosmetic products?
Metaphosphoric Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering, chelating.
What is the CAS number of Metaphosphoric Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Metaphosphoric Acid is 37267-86-0.
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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