Tetrasodium Etidronate
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating, emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Tetrasodium (1-hydroxyethylidene)bisphosphonate
What does it do?
Tetrasodium Etidronate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Tetrasodium Etidronate is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 53). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tetrasodium Etidronate?
Tetrasodium Etidronate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tetrasodium (1-hydroxyethylidene)bisphosphonate
Is Tetrasodium Etidronate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Tetrasodium Etidronate is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tetrasodium Etidronate do in cosmetic products?
Tetrasodium Etidronate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating, emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Tetrasodium Etidronate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetrasodium Etidronate is 3794-83-0.
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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