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Chelating Agent

IRON PICOLINATE

CAS 30379-87-4 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A chelated iron complex with picolinic acid — used in some oral-care and specialist formulas. Iron chelation aids stability, but free iron risks staining and pro-oxidant action.

Function

ORAL CARESOOTHING

Skin benefits

  • Stable iron source for specialist formulas
  • Used in oral-care antimicrobial blends

Known concerns

  • Possible staining
  • Potential pro-oxidant effect
  • Limited cosmetic safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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