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Morpholinopropane Sulfonic Acid

A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching, buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

MOPS,4-Morpholinepropanesulfonic acid

What does it do?

Morpholinopropane Sulfonic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product

EU regulatory status

Morpholinopropane Sulfonic 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 Morpholinopropane Sulfonic Acid?

Morpholinopropane Sulfonic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. MOPS,4-Morpholinepropanesulfonic acid

Is Morpholinopropane Sulfonic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Morpholinopropane Sulfonic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Morpholinopropane Sulfonic Acid do in cosmetic products?

Morpholinopropane Sulfonic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching, buffering.

What is the CAS number of Morpholinopropane Sulfonic Acid?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Morpholinopropane Sulfonic Acid is 1132-61-2.

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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: 28/10/2014