Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
3 study endpoints found for Laurylpyridinium Chloride. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 200 other | oral | mouse | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 40 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 200 other | other | code:3544 | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Laurylpyridinium chloride is an antimicrobial surfactant with moderate safety profile and established low sensitization risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laurylpyridinium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
Laurylpyridinium chloride is an antimicrobial surfactant with moderate safety profile and established low sensitization risk. The EU classifies Laurylpyridinium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 3 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Laurylpyridinium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Laurylpyridinium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Laurylpyridinium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Laurylpyridinium Chloride functions as: Antimicrobial, antistatic, deodorant, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 104-74-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Laurylpyridinium Chloride?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Laurylpyridinium Chloride?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Laurylpyridinium Chloride is 200 other based on a oral study via oral route in mouse. A total of 3 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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