Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
10 study endpoints found for Meroxapol 311. 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 | 25000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 30000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 480 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 3000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 200 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | dog | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 40 mg/kg bw/day | oral | dog | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
Low concern; good skin tolerance especially when combined with milder co-surfactants; no known sensitization data. Enables formation of stable oil-in-water emulsions; reduces surface tension to improve soil/oil removal; frequently blended with milder surfactants for optimized skin tolerance
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meroxapol 311 safe in cosmetics?
Low concern; good skin tolerance especially when combined with milder co-surfactants; no known sensitization data. Enables formation of stable oil-in-water emulsions; reduces surface tension to improve soil/oil removal; frequently blended with milder surfactants for optimized skin tolerance The EU classifies Meroxapol 311 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Meroxapol 311 allowed in the EU?
Meroxapol 311 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Meroxapol 311 do in cosmetics?
Meroxapol 311 functions as: Surfactant - Cleansing; Surfactant - Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9003-11-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Meroxapol 311?
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 Meroxapol 311?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Meroxapol 311 is 25000 mg/kg bw/day based on a Short Term Toxicity study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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