ETHYL CITRATES is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.

ETHYL CITRATES

Safety grade: A

Ethyl citrates are chemical compounds derived from citric acid (a natural acid found in citrus fruits) that have been modified in a laboratory. They work as fixatives to help hair styling products hold their shape and stay in place longer.

Ethyl citrates are used in hair products to provide film-forming and fixing properties that help hold hairstyles in place and improve product adherence to hair.

Graded using: COSING.

Last verified: May 26, 2026