Ingredient

2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid

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Identification

CAS Number 490-79-9
EINECS / EC 207-718-5
CosIng Ref 82881
Chemical Name 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid
IUPAC Name
Formula C7H6O4
Mol. Weight 154.12 g/mol
SMILES C1=CC(=C(C=C1O)C(=O)O)O
InChIKey WXTMDXOMEHJXQO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Function & Classification

Primary Function Skin Protecting
Origin Natural
Category Skin Actives

EU Regulatory Status

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✓ Allowed — EU Reg. 1223/2009

Safety Profile

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