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Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate

A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering, chelating, oral care in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Tetrapotassium pyrophosphate

What does it do?

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product
Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
Oral care
used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels

EU regulatory status

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate 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 Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate?

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tetrapotassium pyrophosphate

Is Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate do in cosmetic products?

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering, chelating, oral care.

What is the CAS number of Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate is 7320-34-5.

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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