buffering agent

Succinic Acid

INCI: SUCCINIC ACID
CAS 110-15-6 EC 203-740-4
Butanedioic acid
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Buffering agent, pH adjuster, mild exfoliant, antimicrobial
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Butanedioic acid

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
110-15-6
EC Number
203-740-4
INCI
SUCCINIC ACID
Category
buffering agent
Updated
Apr 2, 2026