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Chelating Agent

SODIUM POLYITACONATE

CAS 26099-89-8 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A bio-based polymer of itaconic acid used as a chelator and texture stabilizer. Skin-inert as a high-molecular-weight polymer; no notable safety flags at cosmetic levels.

Function

CHELATING

Skin benefits

  • Chelating action
  • Stabilizes formulas
  • Bio-based polymer

Known concerns

  • Limited public regulatory review
  • High-MW limits absorption
  • No GHS hazards reported

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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