INCI Name
Ammonium Dihydrogen ...
Functions
2 Roles
Sustainability
7/10
Category
general
What It Does
pH adjusters are the balancers of cosmetic formulations. They fine-tune acidity or alkalinity to optimal levels, ensuring product stability, efficacy, and skin compatibility. The right pH is crucial—too high or low can irritate skin or degrade active ingredients.
Optimizes formula stability
Ensures skin compatibility
Maximizes ingredient efficacy
Prevents irritation
Technical Properties
pH Range
4.0-5.0
Optimal working range
Ionic Charge
anionic
Molecular charge type
Viscosity Effect
neutral
Impact on formula thickness
Ingredient Compatibility
Works Well With
nonionic surfactantshumectantsmost emollientsantioxidants
Avoid Combining
cationic ingredientsalkaline ingredientscalcium saltsmagnesium salts
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Sustainability Profile
Sustainability Score
7/10
Biodegradability
readily biodegradable
Source
synthetic
Feedstock
phosphoric acid and ammonia
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Ammonium Dihydrogen Phosphate
- Common Name
- Monoammonium Phosphate
- Category
- general
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