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DIAMMONIUM CITRATE

CAS 3012-65-5 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

The diammonium salt of citric acid, used as a buffer and metal chelator. Common food and cosmetic ingredient with a strong safety record.

Skin benefits

  • pH buffer and chelating agent
  • Mild antioxidant support
  • Improves formula stability

Known concerns

  • Mild eye irritation in concentrate
  • Ammonia odor at high levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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