Potassium Gluconate
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Monopotassium salt of D-gluconic acid
What does it do?
Potassium Gluconate 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
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Potassium Gluconate 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 Gluconate?
Potassium Gluconate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Monopotassium salt of D-gluconic acid
Is Potassium Gluconate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Gluconate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Gluconate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Gluconate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Gluconate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Gluconate is 299-27-4.
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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