Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
H318 classification indicates serious eye damage risk; irritation is pH-dependent and concentration-dependent; must be buffered or neutralized in finished product; no mutagenicity or carcinogenicity concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ketoglutaric Acid safe in cosmetics?
H318 classification indicates serious eye damage risk; irritation is pH-dependent and concentration-dependent; must be buffered or neutralized in finished product; no mutagenicity or carcinogenicity concerns. The EU classifies Ketoglutaric Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ketoglutaric Acid allowed in the EU?
Ketoglutaric Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ketoglutaric Acid do in cosmetics?
Ketoglutaric Acid functions as: Skin conditioning / buffering agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 328-50-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ketoglutaric 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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