Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pentasodium trihydrogen, ethylenedinitrilotetrakis(methylphosphonate)
What does it do?
Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate 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 Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate?
Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pentasodium trihydrogen, ethylenedinitrilotetrakis(methylphosphonate)
Is Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate do in cosmetic products?
Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate is 7651-99-2.
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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