What is it?
2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioic acid
What does it do?
Tartaric Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
Tartaric Acid 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 Tartaric Acid?
Tartaric Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioic acid
Is Tartaric Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tartaric Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tartaric Acid do in cosmetic products?
Tartaric Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering, fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Tartaric Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tartaric Acid is 133-37-9 / 147-71-7 / 87-69-4.
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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