Magnesium Gluconate

INCI: MAGNESIUM GLUCONATE

CAS Number
3632-91-5
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no specific prohibition; also has GRAS status in food, supporting its safety profile in cosmetics.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Generally considered safe. Non-irritating, non-sensitizing at typical cosmetic use levels. Synthetic origin despite mineral base.. Magnesium salt of gluconic acid produced by fermentation of carbohydrates. Delivers bioavailable magnesium to skin; helps maintain skin homeostasis and supports enzymatic processes.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Magnesium Gluconate safe in cosmetics?

Generally considered safe. Non-irritating, non-sensitizing at typical cosmetic use levels. Synthetic origin despite mineral base.. Magnesium salt of gluconic acid produced by fermentation of carbohydrates. Delivers bioavailable magnesium to skin; helps maintain skin homeostasis and supports enzymatic processes. The EU classifies Magnesium Gluconate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Magnesium Gluconate allowed in the EU?

Magnesium Gluconate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Magnesium Gluconate do in cosmetics?

Magnesium Gluconate functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3632-91-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Gluconate?

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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