Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Identical hazard profile to Calcium Thioglycolate with additional alkalinity from hydroxide component requiring strict pH monitoring and mandatory labelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calcium Thioglycolate Hydroxide safe in cosmetics?
Identical hazard profile to Calcium Thioglycolate with additional alkalinity from hydroxide component requiring strict pH monitoring and mandatory labelling. The EU classifies Calcium Thioglycolate Hydroxide as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Calcium Thioglycolate Hydroxide allowed in the EU?
Calcium Thioglycolate Hydroxide EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 5.0%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Calcium Thioglycolate Hydroxide do in cosmetics?
Calcium Thioglycolate Hydroxide functions as: Depilatory agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 65208-41-5 / 29820-13-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Calcium Thioglycolate Hydroxide?
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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