"Low penalty" in all categories.
- Other language: Acide propanoïque
- INCI name: PROPIONIC ACID
- EINECS/ELINCS number: 201-176-3
- Food additive: E280
- Classification:
Regulated, Preservative
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Organic-compatible (COSMOS Reference)
Restriction in Europe:
V/2
The maximum concentration allowed in ready-to-use cosmetic preparations is 2%.
Its functions (INCI)
- Antimicrobial : Helps slowing the growth of micro-organisms on the skin and counteracts the development of microbes
- Masking : Reduces or inhibits the odor or basic taste of the product
- Preservative : Inhibits the development of microorganisms in cosmetic products.
- Ph adjusters : Controlling the pH of cosmetic products.
This ingredient is present in 0.01% of cosmetics.
Product that contains it