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Chelating Agent

PENTAPOTASSIUM TRIPHOSPHATE

CAS 13845-36-8 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A potassium polyphosphate used as a chelator and water softener in cleansers. Effective and non-toxic at use levels; main concern is environmental phosphate load.

Skin benefits

  • Strong chelating agent
  • pH buffer in cleansers and detergents
  • Improves cleansing performance

Known concerns

  • Alkaline; can be irritating at high %
  • Eutrophication concern in waterways

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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