Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential formaldehyde release under heat is a key concern; SCCS has flagged glyoxylic acid derivatives in hair straightening products. Must demonstrate formaldehyde levels below 0.2% (EU limit for non-preservative incidental presence) and requires pH-dependent irritancy assessment and formaldehyde release testing for CPSR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihydroxyacetic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Potential formaldehyde release under heat is a key concern; SCCS has flagged glyoxylic acid derivatives in hair straightening products. Must demonstrate formaldehyde levels below 0.2% (EU limit for non-preservative incidental presence) and requires pH-dependent irritancy assessment and formaldehyde release testing for CPSR. The EU classifies Dihydroxyacetic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Dihydroxyacetic Acid allowed in the EU?
Dihydroxyacetic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihydroxyacetic Acid do in cosmetics?
Dihydroxyacetic Acid functions as: Skin conditioning with keratin-smoothing properties; used in hair treatments. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 563-96-2 (glyoxylic acid monohydrate / 2,2-dihydroxyacetic acid).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydroxyacetic 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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