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Chelating Agent

SODIUM PHYTATE

CAS 14306-25-3 / 34367-89-0 Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A plant-derived chelator (sodium salt of phytic acid) that mops up trace metals to keep formulas stable. Biodegradable and skin-friendly — a common natural swap for EDTA.

Function

CHELATINGORAL CARE

Skin benefits

  • Effective natural chelator
  • Replaces synthetic EDTA
  • Plant-derived (rice bran)
  • Biodegradable
  • Low irritation profile

Known concerns

  • Possible mineral binding at very high %

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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