Sodium Esylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethanesulfonic Acid, Sodium Salt (1:1)
What does it do?
Sodium Esylate 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
Sodium Esylate 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 Esylate?
Sodium Esylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethanesulfonic Acid, Sodium Salt (1:1)
Is Sodium Esylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Esylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Esylate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Esylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Esylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Esylate is 5324-47-0.
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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