Low ConcernVegan

Aqua

Water

Safety Notes

Universal solvent and carrier; water activity affects microbial growth, preservative system must be adequate for water-containing formulas

Function & Common Use

Function

Solvent

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aqua safe to use in skincare?

Aqua has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Universal solvent and carrier; water activity affects microbial growth, preservative system must be adequate for water-containing formulas

Is Aqua allowed in India?

Aqua is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Aqua used for in cosmetics?

Aqua functions as: Solvent. It is commonly found in: All cosmetics.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)

Permitted

US FDA

Permitted

Korea (MFDS)

Permitted

Australia (TGA)

Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made

Canada (NHPID)

Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS7732-18-5

EC231-791-2

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