Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very low - CIR concluded citric acid, its salts, and esters are safe under current conditions of use; not an eye irritant, not a skin sensitizer at cosmetic-use concentrations. Sodium salt of citric acid (sodium dihydrogen citrate); highly water-soluble; also functions as a chelating agent and preservative enhancer
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Monosodium Citrate safe in cosmetics?
Very low - CIR concluded citric acid, its salts, and esters are safe under current conditions of use; not an eye irritant, not a skin sensitizer at cosmetic-use concentrations. Sodium salt of citric acid (sodium dihydrogen citrate); highly water-soluble; also functions as a chelating agent and preservative enhancer The EU classifies Monosodium Citrate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Monosodium Citrate allowed in the EU?
Monosodium Citrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Monosodium Citrate do in cosmetics?
Monosodium Citrate functions as: Buffering (pH control). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 18996-35-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Monosodium Citrate?
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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