Potassium Edtmp
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
{Ethylenebis[nitrilobis(methylene)]}tetrakisphosphonic acid, potassium salt.
What does it do?
Potassium Edtmp 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
EU regulatory status
Potassium Edtmp 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 Edtmp?
Potassium Edtmp is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. {Ethylenebis[nitrilobis(methylene)]}tetrakisphosphonic acid, potassium salt.
Is Potassium Edtmp allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Edtmp is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Edtmp do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Edtmp is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Edtmp?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Edtmp is 34274-30-1.
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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