Oxosuccinic Acid
What is it?
Butanedioic Acid, 2-oxo; 2-Ketosuccinic acid; Oxalacetic acid ;2-Oxobutanedioic acid
EU regulatory status
Oxosuccinic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Oxosuccinic Acid?
Oxosuccinic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butanedioic Acid, 2-oxo; 2-Ketosuccinic acid; Oxalacetic acid ;2-Oxobutanedioic acid
Is Oxosuccinic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Oxosuccinic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What is the CAS number of Oxosuccinic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oxosuccinic Acid is 328-42-7.
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 18/07/2012