ALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM TRICHLOROHYDREX GLY is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-SAFETY-.
ALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM TRICHLOROHYDREX GLY
Safety grade: C
This is an active ingredient made by combining aluminum and zirconium salts that work together to reduce sweat and odor. It's one of the most common antiperspirant compounds used in deodorants and antiperspirant products.
This ingredient reduces perspiration by forming a temporary plug in sweat ducts, while also neutralizing odor-causing bacteria on the skin.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Restricted
- Health Canada — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to ALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM TRICHLOROHYDREX GLY
- ALUMINUM SESQUICHLOROHYDRATE — Grade A. Direct aluminum-based antiperspirant alternative with identical sweat-blocking mechanism.
- POTASSIUM ALUM — Grade A. Aluminum salt astringent that forms protective layer to reduce perspiration.
- SODIUM BICARBONATE — Grade A. Alkaline buffer that neutralizes odor-causing bacteria and controls moisture.
- ZINC RICINOLEATE — Grade A. Zinc compound that absorbs moisture and deodorizes through antimicrobial action.
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