Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Synthetic surfactant; toluene in the name refers to the molecular backbone, not free toluene. No volatile toluene concerns, though independent safety data beyond supplier documentation is limited.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Toluenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?
Synthetic surfactant; toluene in the name refers to the molecular backbone, not free toluene. No volatile toluene concerns, though independent safety data beyond supplier documentation is limited. The EU classifies Potassium Toluenesulfonate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Toluenesulfonate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Toluenesulfonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Toluenesulfonate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Toluenesulfonate functions as: Surfactant — Hydrotrope (enhances solubility of substances in water); Surfactant — Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 16106-44-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Toluenesulfonate?
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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