Acetic Acid
INCI: ACETIC ACID
CAS 64-19-7 EC 200-580-7
Acetic acid
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Acetic acid
Purpose
Function
Buffering agent, pH adjuster, fragrance ingredient
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionhigh
Sensitizationlow
MoSadequate
NOAEL350 mg/kg
ConcernModerate
Flags
fragrance-componentepa_safer_alternativeifra_fragrancefda_food_additivejecfa_safe
Verdict
Corrosive at concentrated form (>80%); must verify final product pH is within safe range (typically pH ≥3.5 for leave-on). Concentration-dependent irritation.
US Note
FDA GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe); permitted in cosmetics without restriction
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Ratings
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