Citric acid
Citric acid
Citric Acid (INCI: Citric Acid) is a compound of plant origin. It fulfills several roles in formulation: pH regulator, chelating agent, and fragrance ingredient.
PerfumingChelatingRestricted use
EU nomenclature
Food additive
E330Acid
E number assigned in the European nomenclature of food additives (Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008).
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
Chelating — Binds metal ions to stabilise the formula.
Buffering — Adjusts and stabilises the pH of the formula.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex V (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Authorised preservative (Annex V) — max 0,2% corresponding to 0,0024% of silver — Not to be used in oral producrs and eye products |
Products
Products containing it
I LOVE2025 I Love Party 4X100ml
Forte PharmaEnergie Ultra-Boost, 20 Comprimés Effervescents
HydratisSolution De Rehydratation Citron Sureau, Lot 2x20 Pastilles Effervescentes
HydratisSolution De Rehydratation Fruits Des Bois, Lot 2x20 Pastilles Effervescentes
CooperVitascorbol Boost Booster Physique & Intellectuel, 20 Comprimés Effervescents
I LOVE2025 I Love Bubble 8x50g
ArkopharmaArkorelax Sommeil Flash, 20ml
VitalpBonbons 20 Plantes Sans Sucre Original, 75g
VitalpBonbons Aux Plantes Sans Sucre Mélisse et Citron, 75g
Grace ColeCoffret Candy Canes, Cocoa & Vanilla Swirl, 10x15g
Grace ColeCoffret Candy Canes, Cocoa & Vanilla Swirl, 150g
Grace ColeCoffret Coral Haze - Soothe & Soak
Statistics
In Lou’s database
1729
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Shower gels & soaps · Cleansers & makeup removers · Hydration · Anti-aging · Serums |
| Most frequent brands | Mkl Green Nature · Cavaillès · SVR · Uriage · Bioderma |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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