Chelating Agent
AMINOTRIMETHYLENE PHOSPHONIC ACID
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A phosphonate chelating agent that traps metal ions to stabilize products. GHS-flagged as a skin and eye irritant; safe only at low percentages and properly neutralized.
Function
Skin benefits
- Helps preserve formula integrity
- Reduces metal-driven discoloration
Known concerns
- Causes skin irritation (H315)
- Causes serious eye irritation (H319)
- Corrosive to metals (H290)
- Used at very low neutralized levels
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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