Tetrapotassium etidronate (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 14860-53-8; Tetrapotassium (1-hydroxyethylidene)bisphosphonates

Definition
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"potassium' means the alkali metal potassium, 'etidronate' means the salts of etidronic acid, a chemical compound belonging to the group of bisphosphonates.

Tetrapotassium etidronate is a substance used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a chelating agent (binds metal ions which could negatively influence the stability and quality of cosmetic products).

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Chelating agent; Potassium;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020