Zinc Hexametaphosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticorrosive, buffering, chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Zinc dimetaphosphate
What does it do?
Zinc Hexametaphosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticorrosive
protects formulations and packaging from corrosion, especially metal components
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Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
EU regulatory status
Zinc Hexametaphosphate 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 Zinc Hexametaphosphate?
Zinc Hexametaphosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zinc dimetaphosphate
Is Zinc Hexametaphosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Zinc Hexametaphosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Zinc Hexametaphosphate do in cosmetic products?
Zinc Hexametaphosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticorrosive, buffering, chelating.
What is the CAS number of Zinc Hexametaphosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Zinc Hexametaphosphate is 13566-15-9.
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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