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Zinc Acetate

Used in cosmetic products as antimicrobial, astringent, oral care and skin protecting. Zinc Acetate is the zinc salt of acetic acid.

Allowed with restrictions

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III/24.

Annex III/24: (a) 1 % (as zinc) / (b) 0,72 % (as zinc) / (c) 0,1 % (as zinc) / (d) 1 % (as zinc)

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Zinc acetate chemical structure, C4H6O4Zn, CAS 557-34-6
Zinc acetate
CAS 557-34-6C4H6O4Zn
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Zinc acetate

IUPAC name: zinc diacetate

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Frequently asked questions

What is Zinc Acetate used for in cosmetics?

Zinc Acetate is used in cosmetic products as antimicrobial, astringent, oral care and skin protecting. Zinc Acetate is the zinc salt of acetic acid.

Is Zinc Acetate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Zinc Acetate is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex III/24 (allowed with restrictions). Annex III/24: (a) 1 % (as zinc) / (b) 0,72 % (as zinc) / (c) 0,1 % (as zinc) / (d) 1 % (as zinc) Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Zinc Acetate?

Zinc Acetate is listed with CAS numbers 557-34-6 and 5970-45-6 and EC number 209-170-2.

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