2,6-Dicarboxypyridine (Dipicolinic Acid)

INCI: DIPICOLINIC ACID

CAS Number
499-83-2
Function
Chelating agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no specific FDA cosmetic restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Minimal concerns at cosmetic use levels; naturally occurring in bacterial endospores.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2,6-Dicarboxypyridine (Dipicolinic Acid) safe in cosmetics?

Minimal concerns at cosmetic use levels; naturally occurring in bacterial endospores. The EU classifies 2,6-Dicarboxypyridine (Dipicolinic Acid) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 2,6-Dicarboxypyridine (Dipicolinic Acid) allowed in the EU?

2,6-Dicarboxypyridine (Dipicolinic Acid) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 2,6-Dicarboxypyridine (Dipicolinic Acid) do in cosmetics?

2,6-Dicarboxypyridine (Dipicolinic Acid) functions as: Chelating agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 499-83-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for 2,6-Dicarboxypyridine (Dipicolinic Acid)?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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