Tripotassium Phosphate
INCI: POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE (COVERS MONO-, DI-, AND TRI- FORMS) / TRIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Strongly alkaline (pH ~11.5–12.7 in solution) — must be properly buffered in formulation to avoid skin irritation; verify final product pH
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tripotassium Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Strongly alkaline (pH ~11.5–12.7 in solution) — must be properly buffered in formulation to avoid skin irritation; verify final product pH The EU classifies Tripotassium Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Tripotassium Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Tripotassium Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tripotassium Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Tripotassium Phosphate functions as: Buffering agent, pH adjuster, emulsion stabilizer, preservative booster. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7778-53-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Tripotassium Phosphate?
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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