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Ingredient Directory
Low Concern

Citric Acid Monohydrate

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

This ingredient helps ensure cosmetic products maintain a skin-friendly pH, contributing to their effectiveness and shelf life, and is generally considered safe in typical concentrations.

Function & Common Use

Function

pH Adjuster

Category

pH Adjuster

Common In

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Origin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Citric Acid Monohydrate safe to use in skincare?

Citric Acid Monohydrate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. This ingredient helps ensure cosmetic products maintain a skin-friendly pH, contributing to their effectiveness and shelf life, and is generally considered safe in typical concentrations.

Is Citric Acid Monohydrate allowed in India?

Citric Acid Monohydrate is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Citric Acid Monohydrate used for in cosmetics?

Citric Acid Monohydrate functions as: pH Adjuster. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU
Not specified
US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified

Identifiers

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