Sodium Tungstate Antimonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, chelating, light stabilizer in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Tungstate Antimonate is the product formed by the reaction of sodium tungstate dihydrate (Na2WO4.2H2O) with hydrochloric acid and antimony trioxide.
What does it do?
Sodium Tungstate Antimonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Light stabilizer
protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life
EU regulatory status
Sodium Tungstate Antimonate 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 Tungstate Antimonate?
Sodium Tungstate Antimonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Tungstate Antimonate is the product formed by the reaction of sodium tungstate dihydrate (Na2WO4.2H2O) with hydrochloric acid and antimony trioxide.
Is Sodium Tungstate Antimonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Tungstate Antimonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Tungstate Antimonate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Tungstate Antimonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, chelating, light stabilizer.
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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: 19/04/2018