Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Inherently safe cosmetic solvent with zero chemical toxicity concern. Risk management focus is on microbiological quality: ≤100 CFU/mL per ISO 17516, absence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, E. coli, coliforms, and enterococci. Continuous monitoring per ISO 22716 GMP required; biofilm prevention essential in distribution systems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aqua safe in cosmetics?
Inherently safe cosmetic solvent with zero chemical toxicity concern. Risk management focus is on microbiological quality: ≤100 CFU/mL per ISO 17516, absence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, E. coli, coliforms, and enterococci. Continuous monitoring per ISO 22716 GMP required; biofilm prevention essential in distribution systems. The EU classifies Aqua as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Aqua allowed in the EU?
Aqua EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Aqua do in cosmetics?
Aqua functions as: Solvent, continuous phase carrier in O/W emulsions. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7732-18-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Aqua?
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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