Potassium Monopersulfate
A cosmetic ingredient used as oxidising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pentapotassium bis(peroxymonosulphate) bis(sulphate)
What does it do?
Potassium Monopersulfate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Oxidising
an oxidising agent — used in hair dyes, perms, and bleaches to drive chemical reactions
EU regulatory status
Potassium Monopersulfate 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 Monopersulfate?
Potassium Monopersulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pentapotassium bis(peroxymonosulphate) bis(sulphate)
Is Potassium Monopersulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Monopersulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Monopersulfate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Monopersulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: oxidising.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Monopersulfate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Monopersulfate is 70693-62-8.
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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