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Emollient

ACETYL TRIHEXYL CITRATE

CAS 24817-92-3 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A citric-acid ester used as a phthalate-free plasticizer and emollient. Mild and stable; widely accepted as a safer alternative to phthalates in cosmetic films.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTCHELATINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTPLASTICISERSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Plasticizer-free emollient and film former
  • Phthalate alternative for nail polish and films
  • Skin conditioning
  • Mild and stable

Known concerns

  • Limited dermal sensitization data, but no flagged concerns at cosmetic %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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