MOLYBDIC ACID is graded A** (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
MOLYBDIC ACID
Safety grade: A**
Molybdic acid is a chemical compound derived from molybdenum, a naturally occurring mineral element. It is used in cosmetics to help prevent the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms that could spoil the product.
This ingredient acts as a preservative to protect cosmetic formulations from bacterial and microbial contamination, helping to extend shelf life and maintain product safety.
Graded using: COSING.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Preservative ingredients
- SODIUM BENZOATE — Grade C
- PHENOXYETHANOL — Grade B**
- BENZYL ALCOHOL — Grade C**
- POTASSIUM SORBATE — Grade B
- BENZOIC ACID — Grade C**
- METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE — Grade C
- METHYLPARABEN — Grade C
- SALICYLIC ACID — Grade C**