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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Glyoxylic acid releases formaldehyde when heated during application, with reports of acute kidney failure and renal tubular necrosis documented in France; EU-wide restriction likely pending.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glyoxylic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Glyoxylic acid releases formaldehyde when heated during application, with reports of acute kidney failure and renal tubular necrosis documented in France; EU-wide restriction likely pending. The EU classifies Glyoxylic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Glyoxylic Acid allowed in the EU?
Glyoxylic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glyoxylic Acid do in cosmetics?
Glyoxylic Acid functions as: Hair straightening / smoothing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 298-12-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glyoxylic 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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