Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
At typical cosmetic use levels (≤2%), galactaric acid is unlikely to cause irritation. Formulations should be pH-buffered due to potential skin and eye irritation at high concentrations. No SCCS or CIR monograph available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Galactaric Acid safe in cosmetics?
At typical cosmetic use levels (≤2%), galactaric acid is unlikely to cause irritation. Formulations should be pH-buffered due to potential skin and eye irritation at high concentrations. No SCCS or CIR monograph available. The EU classifies Galactaric Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Galactaric Acid allowed in the EU?
Galactaric Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Galactaric Acid do in cosmetics?
Galactaric Acid functions as: Chelating. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 526-99-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Galactaric 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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