Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Chitosan, N-(phosphonomethyl), sodium salt
What does it do?
Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
EU regulatory status
Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate 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 Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate?
Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chitosan, N-(phosphonomethyl), sodium salt
Is Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Chitosan Methylene Phosphonate is 181314-61-4.
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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