Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR deemed data insufficient for the potassium salt specifically; additional dermal absorption and toxicity data may be needed for a robust CPSR. High pH (~12 when fully neutralized) requires formulation buffering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phytic Acid Potassium Salt safe in cosmetics?
CIR deemed data insufficient for the potassium salt specifically; additional dermal absorption and toxicity data may be needed for a robust CPSR. High pH (~12 when fully neutralized) requires formulation buffering. The EU classifies Phytic Acid Potassium Salt as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Phytic Acid Potassium Salt allowed in the EU?
Phytic Acid Potassium Salt EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phytic Acid Potassium Salt do in cosmetics?
Phytic Acid Potassium Salt functions as: Chelating agent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7681-53-0 (potassium phytate); the parent acid Phytic Acid is CAS 83-86-3; the more common sodium salt is CAS 14306-25-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Phytic Acid Potassium Salt?
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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