Pentasodium Triphosphate
Pentasodium Triphosphate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a buffering, chelating agent. It is used in 10 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | PENTASODIUM TRIPHOSPHATE |
| Function | BUFFERING, CHELATING |
| CAS number | 7758-29-4 |
| EC number | 231-838-7 |
| Prevalence | 10 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 210 |
Used in
Face Cleansers 60%Sunscreens 20%Eyebrows 10%Gel, Pomade & Wax 10%
Frequently asked
- What does Pentasodium Triphosphate do in skincare?
- Pentasodium Triphosphate functions as a buffering, chelating agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Pentasodium Triphosphate allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Pentasodium Triphosphate?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (60% of its uses).
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