Potassium Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Potassium Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax is the potassium salt of Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax
What does it do?
Potassium Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Potassium Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax 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 Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax?
Potassium Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potassium Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax is the potassium salt of Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax
Is Potassium Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Oxidized Microcrystalline Wax is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
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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: 22/07/2015