Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin (H302+H312). Thiocyanate is a known goitrogen with thyroid-disrupting potential at systemic levels, requiring careful concentration control.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ammonium Thiocyanate safe in cosmetics?
Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin (H302+H312). Thiocyanate is a known goitrogen with thyroid-disrupting potential at systemic levels, requiring careful concentration control. The EU classifies Ammonium Thiocyanate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ammonium Thiocyanate allowed in the EU?
Ammonium Thiocyanate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ammonium Thiocyanate do in cosmetics?
Ammonium Thiocyanate functions as: Reducing agent; used in hair-waving formulations. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1762-95-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Thiocyanate?
not established 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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