GLUCONIC ACID is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data.
GLUCONIC ACID
Safety grade: A
Gluconic acid is a mild organic acid naturally found in honey and fermented foods. It's commonly used in skincare products as a gentle ingredient that helps improve skin texture and clarity.
This ingredient works to bind unwanted metal ions in formulations, mask unpleasant odors, and add subtle fragrance while gently exfoliating and brightening the skin.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Chelating ingredients
- CITRIC ACID — Grade B
- DISODIUM EDTA — Grade C
- TETRASODIUM EDTA — Grade C**
- SODIUM CITRATE — Grade A
- TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE — Grade A
- SODIUM GLUCONATE — Grade A
- TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE — Grade B
- TRISODIUM EDTA — Grade C**