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Antimicrobial

SODIUM HUMATE

CAS 68131-04-4 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mineral-rich humic substance from humified plant matter, used in cosmetics for absorbent and antimicrobial benefits. Generally tolerated, with sourcing-dependent purity as the main caveat.

Function

ABSORBENTANTIMICROBIALBUFFERINGCHELATING

Skin benefits

  • Mineral-rich humic substance
  • Absorbent and antimicrobial properties
  • Soothing in some bath/skin products

Known concerns

  • Variable composition by source
  • Possible heavy-metal contamination in poorly purified grades
  • Limited consistent dermal data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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