Sodium silicates (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 1344-09-8; Silicic acid, sodium salt; Sodium silicate

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

"Sodium..." refers to the element sodium, "silicate" salts/esters of silicic acid.

Sodium silicate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance has an anti-corrosion effect (prevents corrosion of the packaging e.g. by rust) and acts as a buffer substance (regulates and stabilizes the pH value of cosmetic products).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer