Potassium Biphthalate
A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Potassium hydrogen phthalate
What does it do?
Potassium Biphthalate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product
EU regulatory status
Potassium Biphthalate 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 Potassium Biphthalate?
Potassium Biphthalate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potassium hydrogen phthalate
Is Potassium Biphthalate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Biphthalate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Biphthalate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Biphthalate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Biphthalate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Biphthalate is 877-24-7.
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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