What is it?
Phosphorus pentoxide
What does it do?
Phosphorus Pentoxide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
Phosphorus Pentoxide 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 Phosphorus Pentoxide?
Phosphorus Pentoxide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phosphorus pentoxide
Is Phosphorus Pentoxide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phosphorus Pentoxide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phosphorus Pentoxide do in cosmetic products?
Phosphorus Pentoxide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering, chelating.
What is the CAS number of Phosphorus Pentoxide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phosphorus Pentoxide is 1314-56-3.
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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