active

Boric Acid

INCI: BORIC ACID
CAS 11113-50-1 EC 233-139-2 / 234-343-4
Boric acid
Use With Caution
This ingredient may pose risks. Check regulatory details below.
Purpose

Function

crosslinker in some formulations; will hydrolyze to boric acid and carries the same regulatory risk
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Boric acid

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
11113-50-1
EC Number
233-139-2 / 234-343-4
INCI
BORIC ACID
Category
active
Updated
Apr 2, 2026