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ETHYL ARGINATE HCL
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Ethyl Arginate Hcl is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Ethyl Arginate HCl is a salt of the ethyl ester of the amino acid arginine, listed on EU CosIng for skin-conditioning function. Arginine is a naturally occurring amino acid with a well-established safety profile. The ethyl ester enhances skin penetration compared to free arginine. This ingredient is not listed on EU Annex II or III. The HCl salt form is chemically stable and compatible with common cosmetic formulation bases.
Skin benefits
- Arginine supports skin nitric oxide pathways
- Good skin-conditioning properties
- Can improve skin hydration
Known concerns
- Minor risk of skin irritation in敏感皮肤 at high concentrations
- No major EU restrictions
- Should be stored properly to prevent ester hydrolysis
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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