Allowed in EU

Pentapotassium Triphosphate

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

What is it?

Pentapotassium triphosphate

What does it do?

Pentapotassium Triphosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product
Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

EU regulatory status

Pentapotassium Triphosphate 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 Pentapotassium Triphosphate?

Pentapotassium Triphosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pentapotassium triphosphate

Is Pentapotassium Triphosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Pentapotassium Triphosphate do in cosmetic products?

Pentapotassium Triphosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering, chelating.

What is the CAS number of Pentapotassium Triphosphate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pentapotassium Triphosphate is 13845-36-8.

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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