Trimagnesium Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, bulking, opacifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Trimagnesium bis(orthophosphate)
What does it do?
Trimagnesium Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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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
Trimagnesium Phosphate 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 Trimagnesium Phosphate?
Trimagnesium Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Trimagnesium bis(orthophosphate)
Is Trimagnesium Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Trimagnesium Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Trimagnesium Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Trimagnesium Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, bulking, opacifying.
What is the CAS number of Trimagnesium Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Trimagnesium Phosphate is 7757-87-1.
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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