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Chelating Agent

HEDTA

CAS 150-39-0
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A chelating agent (hydroxyethyl-EDTA) that binds metal ions to stabilize cosmetics. Effective at very low %, but like EDTA-class it has slow environmental biodegradability.

Function

ABSORBENTBULKINGCHELATINGOPACIFYINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Stabilizes formulations against metal ions
  • Boosts preservative efficacy

Known concerns

  • Mild skin/eye irritation potential
  • Environmental persistence
  • Penetration enhancer effects

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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