Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antioxidant, bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
L-Ascorbic acid, 2-(dihydrogen phosphate) 6-(2-hexyldecanoate), sodium salt (1:3)
What does it do?
Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate 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 Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate Phosphate?
Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. L-Ascorbic acid, 2-(dihydrogen phosphate) 6-(2-hexyldecanoate), sodium salt (1:3)
Is Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antioxidant, bleaching, humectant, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Trisodium Ascorbyl Hexyldecanoate Phosphate is 635681-25-3.
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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: 14/03/2016