Potassium Palm Kernelate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fatty acids, palm kernel oil, potassium salts
What does it do?
Potassium Palm Kernelate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Potassium Palm Kernelate 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 Palm Kernelate?
Potassium Palm Kernelate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, palm kernel oil, potassium salts
Is Potassium Palm Kernelate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Palm Kernelate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Palm Kernelate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Palm Kernelate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Palm Kernelate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Palm Kernelate is 70969-43-6.
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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