INCI Name
DEHYDROACETIC ACID
Functions
1 Roles
Sustainability
N/A
Category
preservative
What It Does
3-Acetyl-6-methyl-2H-pyran-2,4(3H)-dione
Molecular Profile
Molecular Weight
168.15
g/mol
LogP
0.30
Partition coefficient (lipophilicity)
H-Bond Donors
0
Hydrogen bond donor count
H-Bond Acceptors
4
Hydrogen bond acceptor count
Polar Surface Area
60.4
Angstroms squared
Ingredient Attributes
Ingredient Compatibility
Known Interactions
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITEIncompatibleChemical Reaction
Bleach + Vinegar (Acetic Acid) produces toxic Chlorine gas. Do not combine in cleaning products.
HYDROGEN PEROXIDEIncompatibleChemical Reaction
Hydrogen Peroxide + Acetic Acid forms Peracetic Acid, a corrosive and potentially explosive compound at concentration. Never combine in cleaning products.
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- DEHYDROACETIC ACID
- Common Name
- dehydroacetic acid
- CAS Number
- 520-45-6
- Category
- preservative