Tetrasodium Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Aspartic acid, N-[(1S)-1,2-dicarboxyethyl]-3-hydroxy-, sodium salt (1:4)
What does it do?
Tetrasodium Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate 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 Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate 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 Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate?
Tetrasodium Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aspartic acid, N-[(1S)-1,2-dicarboxyethyl]-3-hydroxy-, sodium salt (1:4)
Is Tetrasodium Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tetrasodium Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tetrasodium Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate do in cosmetic products?
Tetrasodium Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating.
What is the CAS number of Tetrasodium Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetrasodium Hydroxy Iminodisuccinate is 190195-65-4.
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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: 28/10/2019