Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
N-nitroso compound formation risk must be managed; formulations should not allow nitrosamine formation. Inhalation safety data is insufficient; avoid use in sprays and aerosols.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Lauroyl Sarcosinate safe in cosmetics?
N-nitroso compound formation risk must be managed; formulations should not allow nitrosamine formation. Inhalation safety data is insufficient; avoid use in sprays and aerosols. The EU classifies Potassium Lauroyl Sarcosinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Lauroyl Sarcosinate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Lauroyl Sarcosinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Lauroyl Sarcosinate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Lauroyl Sarcosinate functions as: Surfactant (anionic, mild foaming), hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: PubChem CID 23679012 — CAS not uniquely published in sourced databases.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Lauroyl Sarcosinate?
adequate 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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