Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethyl thioglycolate is a reducing agent used in depilatory and hair straightening products with concentration limits in the EU and permitted use with labeling requirements in the US.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Thioglycolate safe in cosmetics?
Ethyl thioglycolate is a reducing agent used in depilatory and hair straightening products with concentration limits in the EU and permitted use with labeling requirements in the US. The EU classifies Ethyl Thioglycolate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ethyl Thioglycolate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Thioglycolate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 8%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Thioglycolate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Thioglycolate functions as: Depilatory; hair waving/straightening; reducing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: | Ethyl Thioglycolate.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Thioglycolate?
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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