2Na Succinic Acid
Description
Buffering agent, pH adjuster, mild exfoliant, antimicrobial
Function
Properties
Regulatory Status
Succinic Acid (CAS 110-15-6) is permitted in cosmetics under EC Regulation 1223/2009 with no Annex restrictions. US: No FDA restrictions. CIR review of dicarboxylic acids group is ongoing with draft presented June 2025. Non-sensitizing but severe eye irritant in neat form; use appropriate eye protection during handling. Endogenous metabolite with wide de facto safety margin at typical cosmetic concentrations of 0.5-2%.
No FDA restrictions for cosmetic use. Not classified as a drug or sunscreen active. CIR Dicarboxylic Acids review draft presented June 2025; final safety conclusion pending. No ADI established by EU for food additive E 363.
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Identifiers
No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.