ALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM OCTACHLOROHYDREX GLY is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-SAFETY-.
ALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM OCTACHLOROHYDREX GLY
Safety grade: C
This is a mineral-based compound that combines aluminum and zirconium to create an effective antiperspirant. It works by forming a temporary plug in sweat ducts to reduce perspiration and control odor.
This ingredient reduces sweat production, tightens skin, and helps control body odor, making it a common active ingredient in antiperspirants and deodorants.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Restricted
- Health Canada — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to ALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM OCTACHLOROHYDREX GLY
- ALUMINUM SESQUICHLOROHYDRATE — Grade A. Aluminum salt antiperspirant with identical astringent and sweat-reducing function.
- SODIUM BICARBONATE — Grade A. Alkaline powder that neutralizes odor-causing bacteria and provides deodorant action.
- ZINC GLUCONATE — Grade B. Metal salt deodorant that inhibits odor-causing microbes on skin.
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
- POTASSIUM ALUM — Grade A