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Preservative

SORBIC ACID

CAS 110-44-1
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A naturally occurring preservative used at low % to keep cosmetics free of yeast and mold. Long history of safe food and cosmetic use; rare urticaria reports keep it short of green.

Function

FRAGRANCEPRESERVATIVE

Skin benefits

  • Effective preservative against yeast and mold
  • Naturally occurring in rowan berries
  • Approved for food and cosmetic use

Known concerns

  • Can cause contact urticaria in sensitive users
  • Less effective above pH 6
  • Mild eye irritant in raw form

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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