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Mannitol

D-Mannitol / Mannite

Safety Notes

Sugar alcohol; humectant; antioxidant (hydroxyl radical scavenger); well-tolerated; also used medicinally, cosmetic use safe

Function & Common Use

Function

Humectant / Antioxidant / Absorbent

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mannitol safe to use in skincare?

Mannitol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Sugar alcohol; humectant; antioxidant (hydroxyl radical scavenger); well-tolerated; also used medicinally, cosmetic use safe

Is Mannitol allowed in India?

Mannitol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Mannitol used for in cosmetics?

Mannitol functions as: Humectant / Antioxidant / Absorbent. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers antioxidant products sensitive skin.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

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

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)

Permitted

US FDA

Permitted

Korea (MFDS)

Permitted

Australia (TGA)

Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made

Canada (NHPID)

Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS69-65-8

EC200-711-8

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