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DENATONIUM SACCHARIDE

CAS 90823-38-4 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ultra-bitter additive used at trace levels to discourage swallowing of alcohol-containing or nail products. Generally safe at use levels; not skin-active and can irritate eyes if splashed.

Function

DENATURANT

Skin benefits

  • Extreme bittering agent — discourages oral ingestion
  • Used to denature alcohol-containing products
  • Effective at very low ppm levels

Known concerns

  • Eye and mucous-membrane irritant
  • Not intended for skin function — additive only
  • Trace amount only — overuse causes severe bitter taste

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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