Maltobionic Acid
Maltobionic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient used as a buffering agent. It is used in 23 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | MALTOBIONIC ACID |
| Function | BUFFERING |
| CAS number | 534-42-9 |
| Prevalence | 23 products (0.02% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 30 |
Used in
Serums 17.4%General Moisturizers 13%Night Moisturizers 13%Exfoliators 8.7%Face Cleansers 8.7%Facial Treatments 8.7%
Frequently asked
- What does Maltobionic Acid do in skincare?
- Maltobionic Acid functions as a buffering agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Maltobionic Acid allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Maltobionic Acid?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (17.4% of its uses).
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