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Chelating Agent

PICOLINIC ACID

Updated
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A pyridine carboxylic acid produced naturally by the body during tryptophan metabolism. In cosmetics it acts as a mild chelator and conditioning agent with a generally favourable safety profile at low use levels.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTSKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Mild chelator
  • Mineral delivery aid
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Mild irritant in concentrated form
  • Limited cosmetic-specific data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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