Sodium Phosphinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Monosodium Hypophosphite,Phosphinic acid, sodium salt (1:1),Phosphinic acid, sodium salt, hydrate (1:1:1)
What does it do?
Sodium Phosphinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
EU regulatory status
Sodium Phosphinate 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 Phosphinate?
Sodium Phosphinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Monosodium Hypophosphite,Phosphinic acid, sodium salt (1:1),Phosphinic acid, sodium salt, hydrate (1:1:1)
Is Sodium Phosphinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Phosphinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Phosphinate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Phosphinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, chelating.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Phosphinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Phosphinate is 7681-53-0, 10039-56-2.
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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: 04/12/2015