Xylityl Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-seborrheic, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Xylityl Phosphate is the complex mixture of esters formed between Xylitol and phosphoric acid
What does it do?
Xylityl Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-seborrheic
helps regulate excess sebum production on skin and scalp
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
EU regulatory status
Xylityl 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 Xylityl Phosphate?
Xylityl Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Xylityl Phosphate is the complex mixture of esters formed between Xylitol and phosphoric acid
Is Xylityl Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Xylityl Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Xylityl Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Xylityl Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-seborrheic, deodorant.
What is the CAS number of Xylityl Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Xylityl Phosphate is 1224593-11-6.
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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: 04/04/2013