Allowed in EU

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