Potassium Monopersulfate

INCI: POTASSIUM MONOPERSULFATE

CAS Number
10058-23-8 (KHSO₅)
Function
Oxidizing agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted cosmetic ingredient

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Strong oxidizer with corrosive and irritant potential at high concentrations; requires careful formulation pH control and appropriate storage and handling considerations for GMP compliance.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potassium Monopersulfate safe in cosmetics?

Strong oxidizer with corrosive and irritant potential at high concentrations; requires careful formulation pH control and appropriate storage and handling considerations for GMP compliance. The EU classifies Potassium Monopersulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Potassium Monopersulfate allowed in the EU?

Potassium Monopersulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Potassium Monopersulfate do in cosmetics?

Potassium Monopersulfate functions as: Oxidizing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 10058-23-8 (KHSO₅).

What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Monopersulfate?

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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