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Antioxidant

GLUCAROLACTONE

CAS 2782-04-9
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A lactone of glucaric acid — a sugar-derived organic acid. Mild conditioning and antioxidant role; hydrolyzes to gentle glucaric acid in water. Low irritation potential.

Skin benefits

  • Sugar-acid lactone — gentle exfoliant/conditioner
  • Mild antioxidant
  • Biodegradable
  • Used in metabolism/detox research

Known concerns

  • Hydrolyzes to glucaric acid in solution
  • Limited dedicated cosmetic safety review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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