Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Silver CMR Cat. 2 classification; dual consideration needed for both benzoate and silver toxicology; must assess silver ion release
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silver Benzoate safe in cosmetics?
Silver CMR Cat. 2 classification; dual consideration needed for both benzoate and silver toxicology; must assess silver ion release The EU classifies Silver Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Silver Benzoate allowed in the EU?
Silver Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Silver Benzoate do in cosmetics?
Silver Benzoate functions as: Antimicrobial (preservative booster). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 532-31-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Silver Benzoate?
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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