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Chelating Agent

AMMONIUM FERRIC PENTETATE

CAS 19529-40-9 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An iron-DTPA chelate used to stop metals from spoiling formulas. Effective at low levels and topically tolerated; main downside is poor environmental biodegradability of the DTPA backbone.

Function

HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Strong iron chelator
  • Stabilizes formulations against metal-catalyzed oxidation
  • Effective at low %

Known concerns

  • Pentetic acid (DTPA) — poor biodegradability
  • Eye irritation possible at high %
  • Reproductive concerns flagged for parent DTPA in some assessments

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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