| Peg/ppg-18/18 Dimethicone? | Emulsifier/Skin Conditioner | ?Uncertain — PEG | A silicone-based emulsifier combining PEG and polypropylene glycol with dimethicone. Used in topical formulations for smooth application. |
| Sodium Benzoate | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Sodium Benzoate | A food preservative. Can cause urticaria and exacerbate asthma in sensitive individuals. |
| Acrylic Acid-2-ethylhexyl Acrylate-2-hydroxyethyl Acrylate-vinyl Acetate Copolymer (for Duro-tak 87-2070)? | Adhesive | No | A pressure-sensitive adhesive polymer used in transdermal patches to hold the patch to the skin. |
| Aluminum Hydroxide | Antacid/Adjuvant | No | An aluminum salt used as an antacid ingredient and as an adjuvant in some vaccine formulations. |
| Butylene Glycol | Humectant/Solvent | No | A synthetic glycol used as a humectant and solvent in topical formulations. Helps products spread smoothly on skin. |
| Calcium Stearate | Lubricant | No | A calcium salt of stearic acid used as a tablet lubricant to prevent sticking during manufacturing. |
| Cyclomethicone 5 | Emollient/Carrier | No | A volatile silicone that evaporates quickly, leaving a smooth feel. Used as a carrier and emollient in topical products. |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No | A silicone-based polymer used as a skin protectant, emollient, and anti-foaming agent in topical formulations. |
| Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate - Butyl Methacrylate - Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer? | Coating Agent | No | A methacrylic polymer (Eudragit E) that dissolves in acidic conditions. Used for taste-masking and moisture-protective coatings. |
| Edetate Disodium Anhydrous | Chelating Agent | No | Water-free form of disodium EDTA. Binds metal ions to improve stability and effectiveness of preservative systems. |
| Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate? | Emollient | No | A synthetic ester used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations. |
| Ferric Oxide Red | Colorant | No | Red iron oxide pigment used in tablet coatings and capsule shells. A mineral-based colorant, distinct from FD&C synthetic dyes. |
| Ferric Oxide Yellow | Colorant | No | Yellow iron oxide pigment used in tablet coatings and capsule shells. A mineral-based colorant. |
| Ferrosoferric Oxide | Colorant | No | Black iron oxide used as a pigment in tablet coatings and capsule shells. Derived from iron, not from food allergen sources. |
| Gluconic Acid? | Chelating Agent/pH Adjuster | No | An organic acid used as a chelating agent and pH adjuster in pharmaceutical formulations. |
| Glyceryl Isostearate | Emulsifier | No | A glycerin ester used as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations. |
| Glyceryl Ricinoleate? | Emulsifier/Emollient | No | A glyceride ester of ricinoleic acid (from castor oil) used as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent. |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No | Witch hazel distillate, a plant-derived astringent used in topical formulations to soothe and tone the skin. |
| Hyaluronate Sodium | Moisturizer/Viscosity Agent | No | Sodium hyaluronic acid. A naturally occurring substance used as a moisturizer and viscosity agent in ophthalmic and topical formulations. |
| Isopropyl Myristate | Emollient/Penetration Enhancer | No | A synthetic ester used as an emollient and to enhance penetration of active ingredients through the skin. |
| Isostearic Acid | Emollient/Emulsifier | No | A branched-chain fatty acid used as an emollient and co-emulsifier in topical formulations. |
| Kaolin | Adsorbent/Filler | No | A natural clay mineral (china clay) used as an adsorbent, filler, and anti-caking agent. |
| Methyl Laurate | Emollient/Solvent | No | A fatty acid ester used as an emollient and solvent in topical formulations. |
| Methyl Salicylate? | Flavoring/Counterirritant | No | Oil of wintergreen. Used as a flavoring agent and topical counterirritant (creates a warming sensation). Can cause sensitivity in aspirin-intolerant individuals. |
| Phenoxyethanol | Preservative | No | A synthetic preservative used to prevent microbial growth in topical and some oral formulations. Can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals. |
| Potassium Sorbate | Preservative | No | A potassium salt of sorbic acid used to inhibit mold and yeast growth in pharmaceutical formulations. |
| Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate? | — | No | — |
| Safflower Oil | Emollient/Vehicle | No | A plant-derived oil used as an emollient and vehicle in topical and oral formulations. |
| Sodium Chloride | Tonicity Agent | No | Common table salt. Used to adjust the osmotic pressure of injectable and ophthalmic solutions to match body fluids. |
| Soybean Lecithin | Emulsifier | No | A phospholipid mixture extracted from soybeans, used as an emulsifier and wetting agent. Derived from soy — must be avoided by individuals with soy allergy. |
| Stearalkonium Chloride? | Conditioning Agent | No | A quaternary ammonium compound used as a conditioning and antistatic agent in topical formulations. |
| Stearic Acid | Lubricant | No | A fatty acid used as a lubricant in tablet manufacturing. |
| Tocopherol | Antioxidant | No | Natural vitamin E. Used as an antioxidant to protect active ingredients from oxidation and extend product shelf life. |