Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Naturally occurring uronic acid with good safety profile; permitted for use as a skin conditioning humectant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Galacturonic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Naturally occurring uronic acid with good safety profile; permitted for use as a skin conditioning humectant. The EU classifies Galacturonic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Galacturonic Acid allowed in the EU?
Galacturonic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Galacturonic Acid do in cosmetics?
Galacturonic Acid functions as: Skin conditioning, humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 685-73-4 (anhydrous) / 91510-62-2 (monohydrate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Galacturonic 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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