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Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide

A cosmetic ingredient used as anticorrosive, chelating, oral care in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Propanamide, N,3-Dihydroxy-2-[[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Sulfonyl]Amino]-, (2R)-

What does it do?

Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Anticorrosive

    protects formulations and packaging from corrosion, especially metal components

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

  • Oral care

    used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels

EU regulatory status

Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide 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 Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide?

Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Propanamide, N,3-Dihydroxy-2-[[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Sulfonyl]Amino]-, (2R)-

Is Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide do in cosmetic products?

Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticorrosive, chelating, oral care.

What is the CAS number of Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Methoxyphenylsulfonamido Dihydroxypropanamide is 881993-56-2.

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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