Allowed in EU

Succinic Acid

A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering, fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Butanedioic acid

What does it do?

Succinic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Buffering

    stabilises the pH of a product

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

EU regulatory status

Succinic 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 Succinic Acid?

Succinic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butanedioic acid

Is Succinic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Succinic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Succinic Acid do in cosmetic products?

Succinic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering, fragrance.

What is the CAS number of Succinic Acid?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Succinic Acid is 110-15-6.

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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: 15/10/2010