Disodium Methylene Dinaphthalenesulfonate
INCI: DISODIUM METHYLENE DINAPHTHALENESULFONATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Naphthalene-derived backbone requires assessment for naphthalene impurities; limited cosmetic safety data; recommend impurity profiling; not for fragrance use per industry guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Disodium Methylene Dinaphthalenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?
Naphthalene-derived backbone requires assessment for naphthalene impurities; limited cosmetic safety data; recommend impurity profiling; not for fragrance use per industry guidance The EU classifies Disodium Methylene Dinaphthalenesulfonate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Disodium Methylene Dinaphthalenesulfonate allowed in the EU?
Disodium Methylene Dinaphthalenesulfonate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Disodium Methylene Dinaphthalenesulfonate do in cosmetics?
Disodium Methylene Dinaphthalenesulfonate functions as: Light stabilizer, hydrotrope, surfactant, cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 26545-58-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Disodium Methylene Dinaphthalenesulfonate?
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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