Phosphonobutanetricarboxylic Acid (PBTC)
INCI: PHOSPHONOBUTANETRICARBOXYLIC ACID
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Strong polyprotic acid requiring strict pH adjustment; primarily industrial chelant for water treatment — ensure cosmetic-grade purity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phosphonobutanetricarboxylic Acid (PBTC) safe in cosmetics?
Strong polyprotic acid requiring strict pH adjustment; primarily industrial chelant for water treatment — ensure cosmetic-grade purity. The EU classifies Phosphonobutanetricarboxylic Acid (PBTC) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Phosphonobutanetricarboxylic Acid (PBTC) allowed in the EU?
Phosphonobutanetricarboxylic Acid (PBTC) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phosphonobutanetricarboxylic Acid (PBTC) do in cosmetics?
Phosphonobutanetricarboxylic Acid (PBTC) functions as: Chelating agent, buffering agent, anticorrosive. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 37971-36-1 (EC 253-733-5).
What is the Margin of Safety for Phosphonobutanetricarboxylic Acid (PBTC)?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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