Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Major red flag: Formaldehyde is a CMR 1B substance; EU labeling threshold lowered to 10 ppm (2022/1181); dual sensitization risk from both rosin and formaldehyde; not suitable for COSMOS/ECOCERT certification; increasingly restricted globally
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rosin/Formaldehyde Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Major red flag: Formaldehyde is a CMR 1B substance; EU labeling threshold lowered to 10 ppm (2022/1181); dual sensitization risk from both rosin and formaldehyde; not suitable for COSMOS/ECOCERT certification; increasingly restricted globally The EU classifies Rosin/Formaldehyde Copolymer as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Rosin/Formaldehyde Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Rosin/Formaldehyde Copolymer EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Rosin/Formaldehyde Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Rosin/Formaldehyde Copolymer functions as: Film forming, hair fixing, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (copolymer product).
What is the Margin of Safety for Rosin/Formaldehyde Copolymer?
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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