ALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM OCTACHLOROHYDRATE is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-SAFETY-.
ALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM OCTACHLOROHYDRATE
Safety grade: C
This is a mineral-based compound that combines aluminum and zirconium to create an effective antiperspirant agent. It works by forming a temporary plug in sweat ducts to reduce perspiration and odor.
This ingredient reduces underarm sweating and wetness while also helping to control body odor and tighten the skin through its astringent properties.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Restricted
- Health Canada — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to ALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM OCTACHLOROHYDRATE
- ALUMINUM SESQUICHLOROHYDRATE — Grade A. Aluminum-based antiperspirant with identical astringent and sweat-reduction function
- POTASSIUM ALUM — Grade A. Mineral astringent that reduces moisture and tightens skin like aluminum salts
- SODIUM BICARBONATE — Grade A. Alkaline deodorant that neutralizes odor-causing bacteria and controls wetness
Other Astringent ingredients
- ALCOHOL — Grade A**
- ALUMINUM CHLOROHYDRATE — Grade C
- CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A
- CALCIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A**
- ZINC SULFATE — Grade C
- MENTHA VIRIDIS LEAF OIL — Grade C