Product Overview
Dehydroacetic Acid is an organic acid preservative known for its highly effective and broad-spectrum preservation properties. As an organic acid preservative, it performs better at low pH, effectively inhibiting the growth of bacteria, fungi, and yeast, while being gentle and low-irritation to the skin, making it suitable for sensitive skin formulations.
Product features:
Organic acid preservation — natural-origin preservation solution
Broad-spectrum efficacy — effectively inhibits bacteria, fungi, and yeast
Low pH compatible — especially suitable for formulation systems with pH <6.5
Low Irritation — Gentle and low-irritation to the skin
Suitable for Sensitive Skin — Ideal for sensitive skin and infant & child formulas
Recommended dosage: 0.1%–0.6%
| INCI Name | Category | Antimicrobial Spectrum | System characteristics | Recommended dosage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dehydroacetic Acid | Organic Acid Preservation Systems | Broad-spectrum bacteriostatic, antifungal, anti-yeast | Suitable for low pH, low irritation, suitable for sensitive skin | 0.1–0.6% |
Applicable system rating
| Leave-on | Rinse-off | Color Cosmetics Make up | Oral care | Baby care | Female care | Wet wipes | Home care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★ | ★ |
Application Guide
Applicable to: leave-on formulations (lotions, serums, creams), rinse-off formulations (shampoos, body washes, cleansers), make-up formulations, oral care products, baby care products, female care products, wet wipes, home care products, etc. Especially recommended for acidic formulation systems with pH < 6.5.
As an organic acid preservative, Dehydroacetic Acid performs better under low pH conditions, with a recommended dosage of 0.1%~0.6%. Adjustments can be made based on the specific formulation pH, target preservation requirements, and microbial challenge test results. It is recommended to use with a preservative booster to enhance broad-spectrum preservation.
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