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Humectant

CALCIUM LACTATE

CAS 814-80-2 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

The calcium salt of lactic acid — a buffered humectant and pH adjuster used in skin and oral care. Long food-grade safety record; only flagged hazard is mild eye irritation neat.

Skin benefits

  • Calcium-buffered lactic acid salt
  • Mild humectant
  • Provides skin-supporting calcium ions
  • Used in oral care

Known concerns

  • Mild eye irritation in concentrate (H319)
  • Mainly a processing aid

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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