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Chelating Agent

BETA-ALANINE DIACETIC ACID

CAS 6245-75-6
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A biodegradable chelator that grabs onto stray metal ions to keep formulas stable — a greener alternative to EDTA. Generally well-tolerated; mild eye irritation possible at high concentrations.

Function

CHELATING

Skin benefits

  • Biodegradable chelator (ties up trace metals)
  • Greener alternative to EDTA
  • Improves preservation efficacy and product stability

Known concerns

  • May enhance skin penetration of co-formulated substances
  • Eye irritation at higher concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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