Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
3 study endpoints found for Potassium Caroate. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOAEL | 600 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 0.0101 2100 | 1991 | rat | inhalation | REACH |
| NOEL | >1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Strong oxidizer; corrosive to skin and eyes at working concentrations; requires strict pH and concentration controls; classified as Skin Corr. 1A by ECHA notifiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Caroate safe in cosmetics?
Strong oxidizer; corrosive to skin and eyes at working concentrations; requires strict pH and concentration controls; classified as Skin Corr. 1A by ECHA notifiers. The EU classifies Potassium Caroate as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR. 3 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Potassium Caroate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Caroate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Caroate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Caroate functions as: Oxidising agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 70693-62-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Caroate?
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 Potassium Caroate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Potassium Caroate is 600 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 3 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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