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Antioxidant

ETHYL PYRUVATE

CAS 617-35-6 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

The ethyl ester of pyruvic acid, used in skincare for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Carries GHS skin/eye irritant flags as a raw material and may sensitise reactive skin at higher levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant
  • Anti-inflammatory in dermatology studies
  • Mild conditioning

Known concerns

  • Skin and eye irritation per GHS classification
  • Flammable raw material
  • Potential sensitisation in reactive skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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