Allowed in EU

Phosphate Buffered Saline

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

What is it?

Phosphate Buffered Saline is a phosphate buffered solution containing a physiological concentration of inorganic salt

What does it do?

Phosphate Buffered Saline is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Solvent

    dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

EU regulatory status

Phosphate Buffered Saline 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 Phosphate Buffered Saline?

Phosphate Buffered Saline is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phosphate Buffered Saline is a phosphate buffered solution containing a physiological concentration of inorganic salt

Is Phosphate Buffered Saline allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Phosphate Buffered Saline is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Phosphate Buffered Saline do in cosmetic products?

Phosphate Buffered Saline is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.

What is the CAS number of Phosphate Buffered Saline?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phosphate Buffered Saline is -.

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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