Potassium Sulfopropylacrylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Propenoic acid, 3-sulfopropyl ester, potassium salt (1:1)
What does it do?
Potassium Sulfopropylacrylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Potassium Sulfopropylacrylate 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 Sulfopropylacrylate?
Potassium Sulfopropylacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Propenoic acid, 3-sulfopropyl ester, potassium salt (1:1)
Is Potassium Sulfopropylacrylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Sulfopropylacrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Sulfopropylacrylate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Sulfopropylacrylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Sulfopropylacrylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Sulfopropylacrylate is 31098-20-1.
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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: 11/03/2014