Sodium Fumarate

Sodium Fumarate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a buffering agent. It is used in 1 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSODIUM FUMARATE
FunctionBUFFERING
CAS number5873-57-4 / 7704-73-6
EC number227-535-4 / 231-725-2
Prevalence1 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Hair Loss Treatments 100%

Frequently asked

What does Sodium Fumarate do in skincare?
Sodium Fumarate functions as a buffering agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sodium Fumarate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sodium Fumarate?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially hair loss treatments (100% of its uses).

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