Magnesium Thioglycolate
INCI: MAGNESIUM THIOGLYCOLATE (SYNONYM: MAGNESIUM MERCAPTOACETATE)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Skin and eye irritation/sensitization; strong reducing agent that breaks disulfide bonds; allergic contact dermatitis possible; strict pH and concentration compliance essential; professional-use products require higher safety precautions. Synthetic origin; the magnesium salt of thioglycolic acid (mercaptoacetic acid); breaks keratin disulfide bonds for hair restructuring or removal
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnesium Thioglycolate safe in cosmetics?
Skin and eye irritation/sensitization; strong reducing agent that breaks disulfide bonds; allergic contact dermatitis possible; strict pH and concentration compliance essential; professional-use products require higher safety precautions. Synthetic origin; the magnesium salt of thioglycolic acid (mercaptoacetic acid); breaks keratin disulfide bonds for hair restructuring or removal The EU classifies Magnesium Thioglycolate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Magnesium Thioglycolate allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Thioglycolate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Thioglycolate do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Thioglycolate functions as: Depilatory, hair waving or straightening, reducing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 63592-16-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Thioglycolate?
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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