Ammonium Cumenesulfonate

INCI: AMMONIUM CUMENESULFONATE

CAS Number
37475-88-0
Function
Surfactant – hydrotrope (solubilizer)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR concluded safe when formulated to be non-irritating; FDA permits related sulfonates as indirect food additives

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

At concentrations higher than those used in cosmetics, can cause skin irritation; formulation to be non-irritating is a condition of CIR safety conclusion

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ammonium Cumenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?

At concentrations higher than those used in cosmetics, can cause skin irritation; formulation to be non-irritating is a condition of CIR safety conclusion The EU classifies Ammonium Cumenesulfonate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Ammonium Cumenesulfonate allowed in the EU?

Ammonium Cumenesulfonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ammonium Cumenesulfonate do in cosmetics?

Ammonium Cumenesulfonate functions as: Surfactant – hydrotrope (solubilizer). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 37475-88-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Cumenesulfonate?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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