Is Vinegar (Acetum) safe in cosmetics?
Vinegar (Acetum) has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Vinegar (Acetum)
INCI: ACETUM (VINEGAR)
Vinegar (Acetum) (CAS 8028-52-2) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Buffering agent, skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Buffering agent, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted – not restricted
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Vinegar (Acetum).
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Expert Verdict
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Regulatory Flags
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vinegar (Acetum) allowed in the EU?
Vinegar (Acetum) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Vinegar (Acetum) do in cosmetics?
Vinegar (Acetum) functions as: Buffering agent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8028-52-2.
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