Dehydroacetic acid
Dehydroacetic acid
DEHYDROACETIC ACID is a synthetic chemical preservative. It is used in cosmetics to prevent microbial proliferation in formulations.
PreservativeRestricted use
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Preservative — Limits the growth of micro-organisms to preserve the product.
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 0.6% (as acid) — Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays) |
Products
Products containing it
MelvitaEau Florale De Bleuet Spray Bio, 200ml
MelvitaEau Florale De Lavande Brume, 200ml
MelvitaEau Florale de Lavande Officinale 200ml
MelvitaEau Florale D'Hamamelis Spray Bio, 200ml
Laboratoire du Haut-SégalaArgaia Pâte Argile Verte Apaise & Soulage, 300ml
Les Secrets de LolyBoost Curl Gelée Capillaire, 250ml
NuxeProdigieuse Boost Masque [Détox] Le Masque Détox Éclat Vitaminé Bio, 75ml
HoraceGel Douche Cèdre De Virginie & Feuille De Sauge, 250ml
HoraceGel Douche Fleur D'Oranger & Petitgrain, 250ml
HoraceGel Douche Menthe Poivrée & Arbre À Thé Gel Douche, 250ml
NuxeSweet Lemon Baume Lèvres, 15G
Mkl Green NatureGel Réparateur Bio Aloe Vera, 200ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
168
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Anti-aging · Masks · Conditioner · Hydration · Serums |
| Most frequent brands | Nuxe · Horace · Idc · Apivita · Avril |
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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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