Cosmetic Ingredient

Maleic Anhydride

INCI: MALEIC ANHYDRIDE
CAS 108-31-6 EC 203-571-6
2,5 Furandione
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Purpose

Function

Chemical intermediate/monomer in cosmetic polymer synthesis; not typically used directly in finished cosmetics
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

2,5 Furandione

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
108-31-6
EC Number
203-571-6
INCI
MALEIC ANHYDRIDE
Category
Cosmetic Ingredient
Updated
Apr 2, 2026