Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
L-Aspartic Acid, N, N-bis(zarboxylatomethyl )-L-glutamate; Tetrasodium N,N-bis(carboxylatomethyl)-L-glutamate
What does it do?
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate 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
EU regulatory status
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate 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 Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate?
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. L-Aspartic Acid, N, N-bis(zarboxylatomethyl )-L-glutamate; Tetrasodium N,N-bis(carboxylatomethyl)-L-glutamate
Is Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate do in cosmetic products?
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating.
What is the CAS number of Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is 51981-21-6.
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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