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Preservative

SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE

CAS 4418-26-2 Updated
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A preservative used to prevent mold and yeast. EU cut the allowed level in 2023 based on reproductive-toxicity signals; still permitted at up to 0.6%.

Function

PRESERVATIVE

Skin benefits

  • Broad-spectrum preservative
  • Active against fungi
  • EU Annex V approved at up to 0.6%

Known concerns

  • SCCS lowered safe use limit to 0.6% (2023)
  • Not for use in sprays
  • Developmental toxicity concern at higher doses

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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