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Chelating Agent

MAGNESIUM CITRATE

CAS 7779-25-1 Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A magnesium salt of citric acid — used as a mild chelator and pH/buffer aid. Food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade ingredient with no documented cosmetic concerns.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Mild chelating and pH adjuster
  • Mineral salt with low irritation
  • Food and pharma safety record

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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