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Ferulic Acid

Low concern

Ferulic acid is naturally present in many cereal grains and considered safe at typical dietary intake. EFSA has evaluated ferulic acid for cosmetic and food use without significant safety concerns.

Found in
3 products

What it is

A naturally occurring hydroxycinnamic acid antioxidant found in plant cell walls (rice bran, wheat, oats).

Antioxidant; used in cosmetics as a topical antioxidant and UV protectant.

What regulators actually say

"Ferulic acid is a phenolic compound widely distributed in plant tissues with documented antioxidant activity and low toxicity."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Naturally present in foods; not a regulated additive

European Union — EFSA

Reviewed; no major concerns

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