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Preservative

CALCIUM SORBATE

CAS 7492-55-9 Updated
82

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 sorbic acid — a mild, well-established preservative permitted under EU Annex V. Long food-grade safety record, with only rare contact-allergy reports.

Function

PRESERVATIVE

Skin benefits

  • Effective antimicrobial preservative
  • Listed in EU Annex V (permitted preservative)
  • Long history of safe use in food and cosmetics
  • Low sensitization rate

Known concerns

  • Rare contact dermatitis in highly sensitized users
  • Effective only in slightly acidic formulations
  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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