Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Serious eye irritation potential at neat/high concentrations; leave-on use ≤5% and rinse-off ≤10% recommended per NICNAS/CIR. Non-comedogenic, not a carcinogen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxysultaines safe in cosmetics?
Serious eye irritation potential at neat/high concentrations; leave-on use ≤5% and rinse-off ≤10% recommended per NICNAS/CIR. Non-comedogenic, not a carcinogen. The EU classifies Hydroxysultaines as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydroxysultaines allowed in the EU?
Hydroxysultaines EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxysultaines do in cosmetics?
Hydroxysultaines functions as: Surfactant, antistatic agent, skin and hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68139-30-0 (Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine) [^1_4][^1_5].
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxysultaines?
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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