Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
The borate moiety (boric acid ester/salt) is classified as toxic to reproduction in the EU, which is the basis for the prohibition. Combines the antioxidant benefits of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) with a borate ester structure; the borate component undermines its regulatory viability despite functional promise
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnesium Ascorbylborate safe in cosmetics?
The borate moiety (boric acid ester/salt) is classified as toxic to reproduction in the EU, which is the basis for the prohibition. Combines the antioxidant benefits of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) with a borate ester structure; the borate component undermines its regulatory viability despite functional promise The EU classifies Magnesium Ascorbylborate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Magnesium Ascorbylborate allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Ascorbylborate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Ascorbylborate do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Ascorbylborate functions as: Antioxidant, Humectant, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not listed in CosIng with a public CAS (CosIng REF No. 35083 exists but no CAS is published for this entry).
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Ascorbylborate?
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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