Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Severely irritating to rabbit skin at concentrations ≥15%; free acid form is corrosive and requires pH control in formulations; no reproductive or developmental toxicity observed in dermal animal studies; CIR determined safe as used in cosmetic formulations at reported concentrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Severely irritating to rabbit skin at concentrations ≥15%; free acid form is corrosive and requires pH control in formulations; no reproductive or developmental toxicity observed in dermal animal studies; CIR determined safe as used in cosmetic formulations at reported concentrations. The EU classifies Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid allowed in the EU?
Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid do in cosmetics?
Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid functions as: Surfactant - cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 27176-87-0 / 85536-14-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid?
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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