Potassium Olivate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Potassium salt of the fatty acids derived from Olea Europaea
What does it do?
Potassium Olivate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Potassium Olivate 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 Olivate?
Potassium Olivate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potassium salt of the fatty acids derived from Olea Europaea
Is Potassium Olivate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Olivate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Olivate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Olivate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Olivate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Olivate is 68154-77-8.
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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