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AMMONIUM GLYCOLATE

Molecular structure

Definition

US FDA substance register · UNII 8G1X5P7GIL · registered name AMMONIUM GLYCOLATE · single chemical substance

Source: US FDA Unique Ingredient Identifier (UNII)

Cosmetic roles

Keeps pH steadyBUFFERINGSoftens and loosens the outer layerKERATOLYTIC

Safety & regulatory references

Canada

  • Conditions of Use by product type : (a) Products for use on the skin for consumer use. Manufacturer or importer to provide pH levels. (b) Products for use on the skin for professional use: Manufacturer must provide Health Canada with evidence of safety including: 1. pH levels 2. AHA concentrations 3. Directions for use 4. Clinical studies demonstrating minimal skin irritation (c) Products intended to be diluted in bath water may contain levels of AHAs exceeding 10% (d) Other cosmetics (e) Any cosmetics
  • Maximum Concentration Permitted : (a) Between 3% and 18% total mono-AHA equivalents with a pH equal to or greater than 3.5 (b) Between 18% and 30% total mono-AHA equivalents and/or a pH between 3.0 to 3.5 (d) Between 3% and 30% total mono-AHA equivalents with a pH equal to or greater than 3.0 (e) 3%
  • Warnings and Cautionary Statements: (to the effect of) : (a) and (b) : "Use only as directed", "Avoid contact with the eyes", "If irritation persists, discontinue use and consult a physician", "It is recommended that prior to exposure to the sun, users cover areas where AHAs have been applied with sunscreen" Product labels should contain appropriate directions regarding frequency and/or duration of use. (b only) "For professional use only" (d) "Use only as directed", "Avoid contact with eyes", "Discontinue use if rash or irritation occurs"

Taiwan

  • Maximum concentration : pH≧3.5;
  • pH≥3.5;

Source: MFDS (Korea) cosmetic regulatory information

Other restriction: ban substances that deplete the ozone layer

Source: EU CosIng ingredient list

Reviewed by CIR: 40th Anniversary Overview and Rereview Summaries From 2011 to 2015

Source: US Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR)

Reviewed by CIR: Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Glycolic Acid, Ammonium, Calcium, Potassium, and Sodium Glycolates, Methyl, Ethyl, Propyl, and Butyl Glycolates, and Lactic Acid, Ammonium, Calcium, Potassium, Sodium, and TEA-Lactates, Methyl, Ethyl, Isopropyl, and Butyl Lactates, and Lauryl, Myristyl, and Cetyl Lactates

Source: US Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR)

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Official labels & definitions

JCIA labelling name グリコール酸アンモニウム: 本品は、グリコール酸(*)のアンモニウム塩である。

Source: JCIA labelling names (Japan)

Names & identifiers

AMMONIUM GLYCOLATEINCI암모늄글라이콜레이트Korean label name (MFDS standard)グリコール酸アンモニウムJapanese labelling name
CAS No.chemical registry number
35249-89-9
DTXSIDUS EPA chemical ID
DTXSID6049642
DTXCIDUS EPA compound ID
DTXCID3029601
IUPAC
Ammonium hydroxyacetate
Molecular formula
C2H7NO3
Molecular weight
93.082 g/mol

Measured properties

Appearance
Solution is clear colorless liquid, [DuPont MSDS]

Values measured on the substance itself, not a specification for a commercial raw material.

Source: PubChem

What products actually use it for

What the 7 products reported to the US EPA with this ingredient use it for. Products outside cosmetics are included, so the top few rows are its main uses.

  • pH regulating agent3
  • Pharmaceutical (EPA)2
  • Cleaning agent1
  • Abrasive1

Source: US EPA CompTox dashboard

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