Potassium Octatrienoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Potassium Octatrienoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
EU regulatory status
Potassium Octatrienoate 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 Octatrienoate?
Potassium Octatrienoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Potassium Octatrienoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Octatrienoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Octatrienoate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Octatrienoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Octatrienoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Octatrienoate is -.
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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