FERROUS GLUCONATE
Conditioning Agent
Good
CAS Number: 299-29-6
About FERROUS GLUCONATE
An iron-based skin conditioner also used as a pigment stabilizer — it's the same gentle iron salt found in supplements. Very safe topically with no significant skin concerns.
Detailed Analysis
Ferrous Gluconate (CAS 299-29-6) is the iron(II) salt of gluconic acid. Functions as a skin conditioning agent, mineral nutrient, and pigment stabilizer in cosmetics. The gluconate form provides gentle, bioavailable iron with low oxidative activity. EWG rates LOW hazard across all concern categories. Not classified as a skin irritant. Widely used in food and supplements as an iron source with excellent safety track record. Accidental oral overdose is hazardous (especially for children), but topical application carries no such risk.
What It Does
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Skin conditioning and mineral nutrient delivery
- ✓ Pigment stabilizer in cosmetic formulations
- ✓ Gentle iron source with low oxidative activity
- ✓ Well-established safety profile
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Iron compounds can catalyze oxidation at high concentrations
- ⚠ Oral iron overdose is dangerous (not relevant to topical cosmetic use)
- ⚠ Very low concern for topical application
Safety Score
Good
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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