Other

Maleic Acid

INCI: MALEIC ACID
CAS 110-16-7 EC 203-742-5
2-Butenedioic acid (2Z)-
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

pH adjuster, buffering agent
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

2-Butenedioic acid (2Z)-

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
110-16-7
EC Number
203-742-5
INCI
MALEIC ACID
Category
Other
Updated
Apr 2, 2026