Potassium Cyanate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Potassium cyanate
What does it do?
Potassium Cyanate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Potassium Cyanate 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 Cyanate?
Potassium Cyanate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potassium cyanate
Is Potassium Cyanate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Cyanate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Cyanate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Cyanate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Cyanate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Cyanate is 590-28-3.
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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