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Chelating Agent

METHYL CARBOXYMETHYLPHENYL AMINOCARBOXYPROPYLPHOSPHONATE

CAS 926281-37-0 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An aminophosphonate chelator used to bind trace metal ions and stabilize formulas. Skin-tolerated at use levels; environmental persistence is the main downside.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Acts as a chelator/sequestrant
  • Stabilizes formulations against metal-ion oxidation
  • Effective at low use levels

Known concerns

  • Phosphonates have aquatic-environmental persistence
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety review
  • Possible mild irritation at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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