Mea-Salicylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as preservative in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Salicylic acid, compound with 2-aminoethanol (1:1)
What does it do?
Mea-Salicylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Mea-Salicylate is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 61V). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mea-Salicylate?
Mea-Salicylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Salicylic acid, compound with 2-aminoethanol (1:1)
Is Mea-Salicylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Mea-Salicylate is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mea-Salicylate do in cosmetic products?
Mea-Salicylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: preservative.
What is the CAS number of Mea-Salicylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mea-Salicylate is 59866-70-5.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 11/08/2020