Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

OXALIC ACID

CAS Number
144-62-7
Function
Chelating
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status Restricted
EU Max Conc. III/3
🇺🇸 US Status Not specifically regulated

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Toxicological Studies

1 study endpoint found for OXALIC ACID. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL >=1000 ppm oral rat oral REACH

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Signal Word
DANGER
Pictograms
corr; excl mark;warn
Hazard Statements
Harmful if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation
Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. The substance may cause effects on the calcium balance after ingestion. Exposure at high levels could cause death.
Long-term Exposure Effects
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Exposure may result in kidney stones, slow-healing ulcers and black finger nails.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. Serious local effects by all routes of exposure.

Expert Verdict

OXALIC ACID is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Chelating It is restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation. Restriction: III/3.

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Concern Level: Medium

Regulatory Flags

cosing-sourced eu-restricted needs-enrichment ifra_fragrance eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is OXALIC ACID safe in cosmetics?

OXALIC ACID is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Chelating It is restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation. Restriction: III/3. The EU classifies OXALIC ACID as "Restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is OXALIC ACID allowed in the EU?

OXALIC ACID EU regulatory status: Restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: III/3. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does OXALIC ACID do in cosmetics?

OXALIC ACID functions as: Chelating. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 144-62-7.

What is the NOAEL for OXALIC ACID?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for OXALIC ACID is >=1000 ppm based on a oral study via oral route in rat. Source: REACH.

Is OXALIC ACID classified as hazardous under GHS?

OXALIC ACID carries a GHS signal word of "DANGER". Hazard statements: Harmful if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation. This classification is based on the ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card and ECHA C&L inventory data. Note: GHS classification applies to the pure substance — at cosmetic use concentrations, hazard thresholds may not be met.

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