Formic Acid
Preservative
Preservatives are used to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold in products. They are typically used in cosmetic products to help extend the shelf life of the product.
Explained
Formic Acid is a preservative.
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What it does
Preservative
Tending to preserve or capable of preserving.
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 25%
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
33949
INCI Name
FORMIC ACID
EC #
 200-579-1
Ph. Eur. Name
acidum formicum
All Functions
Preservative
