Sucrose

Sucrose molecular structurePubChem

adults • Skin contact product

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Is this safe for adults to use Sucrose?

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YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 0 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Sucrose is generally considered safe for adults when used in topical products. Adults generally have higher tolerance.

ℹ️General Overview

For adults, sucrose (table sugar) applied to the skin is very low risk. It’s commonly used in lotions and scrubs to help moisturize or gently exfoliate.

✅What to Do

If you’re an adult using a product with sucrose: do a small patch test if you have sensitive skin; avoid putting it on broken or infected skin; follow the product’s instructions; store products properly to avoid contamination.

⚠️Warnings

Watch for redness, stinging, or a rash — this would mean irritation or an allergic reaction and you should stop use. Government safety reviews (Environment Canada) find sucrose not expected to be toxic, but industry reviewers (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) note that manufacturers should control impurities and concentrations. Also, some product verification programs require documented safety testing before allowing this ingredient in verified products, so choose reputable brands.

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

No Known Risk: Reviews by government chemical assessors and an independent cosmetic safety panel find sucrose is not expected to harm organs, is not persistent or likely to build up in the body, and is not an environmental toxin. Notes from industry reviewers mention some limits on concentration or impurities for certain uses, but there is no evidence of a real health risk from topical use.

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Alternative Names for Sucrose

This ingredient may also be listed as:

sucrose85456-51-5SUCROSE, BIOREAGENT, SUITABLE FOR CELL CULTURE, SUITABLE FOR INSECT CELL CULTURE, >=99.5% (GC)2-[(2S,3S,4S,5R)-2,5-BIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)-3,4-DIHYDROXYOXOLAN-2-YLOXY](4S,5S,2R, 3R,6R)-6-(HYDROXYMETHYL)-2H-3,4,5,6-TETRAHYDROPYRAN-3,4,5-TRIOLSUCROSE, LOW ENDOTOXIN, PHARMAGRADE, USP/NF, PH EUR, MANUFACTURED UNDER APPROPRIATE GMP CONTROLS FOR PHARMA OR BIOPHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTION.8027-47-287430-66-88030-20-486101-30-6(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-[(2S,3S,4S,5R)-3,4-DIHYDROXY-2,5-BIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)TETRAHYDROFURAN-2-YL]OXY-6-(HYDROXYMETHYL)TETRAHYDROPYRAN-3,4,5-TRIOL(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-((2S,3S,4S,5R)-3,4-DIHYDROXY-2,5-BIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)TETRAHYDROFURAN-2-YLOXY)-6-(HYDROXYMETHYL)TETRAHYDRO-2H-PYRAN-3,4,5-TRIOL

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Products Containing Sucrose

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Sucrose or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Sucrose

Is this safe for adults to use Sucrose?

Yes, Sucrose is generally considered safe for adults based on current research.

What are the no known risk risks of Sucrose for adults?

No immediate health concerns found based on current research.

What products contain Sucrose?

Sucrose is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can adults using products with Sucrose?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for adults. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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