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BARBITURIC ACID

CAS 67-52-7 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Barbituric acid — the parent ring of barbiturate drugs. Rare in cosmetics, used at trace level if at all; multiple irritation flags (skin/eye/respiratory) keep it in moderate.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Niche pH/buffer use only

Known concerns

  • Skin/eye/respiratory irritation
  • Limited cosmetic dossier
  • Drug-precursor scrutiny

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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