Potassium Tsubakiate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fatty acids, tsubaki (Camelia japonica) oil, potassium salt
What does it do?
Potassium Tsubakiate 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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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Potassium Tsubakiate 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 Tsubakiate?
Potassium Tsubakiate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, tsubaki (Camelia japonica) oil, potassium salt
Is Potassium Tsubakiate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Tsubakiate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Tsubakiate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Tsubakiate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
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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