murphyZinc Lactate
AKA: 16039-53-5, ZINC LACTATE [MI], ZINC LACTATE [MART.], ZINC LACTATE [WHO-DD], ZINC LACTATE (MART.)
Synthetic
Not Clean
OriginProduced by combining zinc metal or zinc oxide with lactic acid or lactate salts. Synthesized through acid-base neutralization or direct chemical reaction between zinc compounds and lactic acid.
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the following 27 zinc salts are safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating...Zinc Lactate...
Formula
C6H10O6Zn
Mol. Weight
243.50
CAS #
16039-53-5
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Acne
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Deodorant
Controls Odor
Fights Bacteria
Anti-Aging Benefits
Reduces Inflammation
Neutralizes odor
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 755)
Eye Irritant in Testing
1 study / 1 irritating (CIR 755)
Concentration Guide
Leave-onNot reported
Rinse-off0.25–1.8%
0%50%100%
Reg. limit 1%
CIR reported use · 2016 survey
EU regulatory limit: 1%. Source: EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, Annex III (Restricted Substances), Entry 24.
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR