Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Reviewed by the CIR Expert Panel as part of the broader alkonium clays safety assessment; no significant standalone concerns identified. An organoclay produced by reacting benzalkonium chloride with the mineral sepiolite; acts as a rheology modifier and emulsion stabilizer in oil-phase systems
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benzalkonium Sepiolite safe in cosmetics?
Reviewed by the CIR Expert Panel as part of the broader alkonium clays safety assessment; no significant standalone concerns identified. An organoclay produced by reacting benzalkonium chloride with the mineral sepiolite; acts as a rheology modifier and emulsion stabilizer in oil-phase systems The EU classifies Benzalkonium Sepiolite as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Benzalkonium Sepiolite allowed in the EU?
Benzalkonium Sepiolite EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Benzalkonium Sepiolite do in cosmetics?
Benzalkonium Sepiolite functions as: Emulsion stabilizing, dispersing agent (nonsurfactant), viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (reaction product).
What is the Margin of Safety for Benzalkonium Sepiolite?
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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