Potassium Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Potassium dihydrogenorthophosphate
What does it do?
Potassium Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product
EU regulatory status
Potassium Phosphate 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 Phosphate?
Potassium Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potassium dihydrogenorthophosphate
Is Potassium Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Phosphate is 7778-77-0 / 16068-46-5.
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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