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Chelating Agent

SALICYLOYLHYDROXAMIC ACID

CAS 89-73-6 Updated
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A salicylate-hydroxamic acid hybrid used as a chelator and mild skin-conditioning active. Salicylate moiety means caution for sensitive users; some hydroxamic acids carry genotoxicity flags.

Function

CHELATINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Trace-metal chelation
  • Mild exfoliation
  • Anti-acne adjunct

Known concerns

  • Salicylate sensitivity
  • Hydroxamic acid class genotoxicity flags
  • Photosensitization caveat

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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