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Chelating Agent

PHYTIN

CAS 3615-82-5
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Calcium-magnesium salt of phytic acid (inositol hexaphosphate). CIR-reviewed safe with chelating, antioxidant and mild brightening properties; well tolerated at cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Chelating
  • Mild brightening
  • Antioxidant via metal binding

Known concerns

  • Mild irritation at high concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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