Calcium Benzoate
Used in cosmetic products as preservative. Calcium Benzoate is the calcium salt of benzoic acid.
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/1a.
Annex V/1a: 0.5% (acid)
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IUPAC name: calcium dibenzoate
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What is Calcium Benzoate used for in cosmetics?
Calcium Benzoate is used in cosmetic products as preservative. Calcium Benzoate is the calcium salt of benzoic acid.
Is Calcium Benzoate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Calcium Benzoate is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex V/1a (allowed preservative). Annex V/1a: 0.5% (acid) Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of Calcium Benzoate?
Calcium Benzoate is listed with CAS number 2090-05-3 and EC number 218-235-4.
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