Titanium Hydroxide
A cosmetic ingredient used as bulking, opacifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Tetrahydroxytitanium
What does it do?
Titanium Hydroxide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
EU regulatory status
Titanium Hydroxide 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 Titanium Hydroxide?
Titanium Hydroxide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tetrahydroxytitanium
Is Titanium Hydroxide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Titanium Hydroxide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Titanium Hydroxide do in cosmetic products?
Titanium Hydroxide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bulking, opacifying.
What is the CAS number of Titanium Hydroxide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Titanium Hydroxide is 20338-08-3.
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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