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Sodium Phytate

Sodium phytate / Sodium inositol hexaphosphate

Safety Notes

Sodium salt of phytic acid; chelating agent; antioxidant; COSMOS-approved natural chelator alternative to EDTA; biodegradable; well-tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Chelating Agent / Antioxidant

Category

Chelating Agent

Common In

Natural chelators COSMOS-compliant formulas

Origin

Vegetable (rice bran / oilseed)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Phytate safe to use in skincare?

Sodium Phytate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Sodium salt of phytic acid; chelating agent; antioxidant; COSMOS-approved natural chelator alternative to EDTA; biodegradable; well-tolerated

Is Sodium Phytate allowed in India?

Sodium Phytate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Sodium Phytate used for in cosmetics?

Sodium Phytate functions as: Chelating Agent / Antioxidant. It is commonly found in: Natural chelators COSMOS-compliant formulas.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS14306-25-3
EC238-235-6

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