Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Extremely flammable liquid and vapour; harmful if swallowed; may cause drowsiness or dizziness from CNS depression; repeated exposure may cause skin drying and cracking; peroxide formation risk; must be used only in well-ventilated conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flexible Collodion safe in cosmetics?
Extremely flammable liquid and vapour; harmful if swallowed; may cause drowsiness or dizziness from CNS depression; repeated exposure may cause skin drying and cracking; peroxide formation risk; must be used only in well-ventilated conditions. The EU classifies Flexible Collodion as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Flexible Collodion allowed in the EU?
Flexible Collodion EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Flexible Collodion do in cosmetics?
Flexible Collodion functions as: Film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9004-70-0 (nitrocellulose base).
What is the Margin of Safety for Flexible Collodion?
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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