Dipotassium EDTA

Dipotassium EDTA is a cosmetic ingredient used as a chelating agent. It is used in 6 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDIPOTASSIUM EDTA
FunctionCHELATING
CAS number2001-94-7
EC number217-895-0
Prevalence6 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Makeup Removers 66.7%General Moisturizers 16.7%Toners 16.7%

Frequently asked

What does Dipotassium EDTA do in skincare?
Dipotassium EDTA functions as a chelating agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Dipotassium EDTA allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Dipotassium EDTA?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially makeup removers (66.7% of its uses).

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