Magnesium Isododecylbenzenesulfonate
INCI: MAGNESIUM ISODODECYLBENZENESULFONATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
As a strong anionic surfactant, potential for skin and eye irritation at higher concentrations; limited cosmetic-specific safety data available. Magnesium salt of a branched-chain alkylbenzenesulfonic acid; better water-hardness tolerance than sodium counterparts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnesium Isododecylbenzenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?
As a strong anionic surfactant, potential for skin and eye irritation at higher concentrations; limited cosmetic-specific safety data available. Magnesium salt of a branched-chain alkylbenzenesulfonic acid; better water-hardness tolerance than sodium counterparts The EU classifies Magnesium Isododecylbenzenesulfonate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Magnesium Isododecylbenzenesulfonate allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Isododecylbenzenesulfonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Isododecylbenzenesulfonate do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Isododecylbenzenesulfonate functions as: Surfactant (anionic cleansing agent); emulsifying agent - the isododecylbenzenesulfonate moiety acts as a detergent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely catalogued in public cosmetic databases (not found in CosIng or CIR primary references).
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Isododecylbenzenesulfonate?
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.
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