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Expert Verdict
Anionic surfactant permitted in both EU and US for use as a cleansing and emulsifying agent with adequate margin of safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate safe in cosmetics?
Anionic surfactant permitted in both EU and US for use as a cleansing and emulsifying agent with adequate margin of safety. The EU classifies Dihexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dihexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate allowed in the EU?
Dihexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate do in cosmetics?
Dihexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate functions as: Surfactant (anionic), cleansing agent, emulsifying agent, wetting agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: | 6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate?
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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