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Chelating Agent

ARGININE AMINOPHOSPHONOBUTYRIC ACID

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A hybrid of arginine and a phosphonic acid, used for skin conditioning and possible chelation. Mild amino-acid base; published cosmetic dossier is thin.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTANTIPLAQUESKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHAIR CONDITIONINGNAIL CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Amino-acid based skin conditioner
  • Possible chelating action
  • Mild ingredient class

Known concerns

  • Niche ingredient with sparse safety data
  • Phosphonic acid groups can chelate trace metals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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