Potassium olivate

Potassium olivate

INCI POTASSIUM OLIVATEEC number 268-921-2Role Surfactant

Potassium olivate is a surfactant and emulsifier of plant and synthetic origin, derived from olive. It facilitates the mixing of water and oils in a formulation by reducing the tension at their interface.

SurfactantEmulsifying
Ingredient

Roles & functions

Surfactant — Lowers the tension between two surfaces; cleanses and helps remove impurities.

Emulsifying — Allows phases that do not naturally mix, such as water and oil, to be blended together.

Regulatory framework

What the authorities say

AuthorityStatus
Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009)Autorisé
CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008)No CMR classification
ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health)Not identified as an endocrine disruptor
ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59)Not on the Candidate List (SVHC)
European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III)No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling
European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009)No referenced nanoform
Products

Products containing it

Statistics

In Lou’s database

15
products listed
Most frequent categoriesShower gels & soaps · Bath & shower oils · Muscle comfort · Scrubs & exfoliants
Most frequent brandsMkl Green Nature · Beauterra · Weleda
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