Calcium Thioglycolate

INCI: CALCIUM THIOGLYCOLATE

CAS Number
814-71-1
Function
Depilatory agent, hair waving/straightening
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
EU Max Conc. 5.0%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Adequate only within Annex III limits; requires strict pH and concentration compliance

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Strong sensitizer and irritant at high pH with potential for chemical burns if overexposed; requires patch-test instructions, strict rinse-off use, and professional training for commercial products.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calcium Thioglycolate safe in cosmetics?

Strong sensitizer and irritant at high pH with potential for chemical burns if overexposed; requires patch-test instructions, strict rinse-off use, and professional training for commercial products. The EU classifies Calcium Thioglycolate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Calcium Thioglycolate allowed in the EU?

Calcium Thioglycolate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 5.0%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Calcium Thioglycolate do in cosmetics?

Calcium Thioglycolate functions as: Depilatory agent, hair waving/straightening. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 814-71-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Calcium Thioglycolate?

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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