Sodium 5-Nitroguaiacolate
INCI: ⛔ NO COSMETIC INCI ASSIGNED — NOT A COSMETIC INGREDIENT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
🚨 CRITICAL: This is a PESTICIDE/PLANT GROWTH REGULATOR. Nitrophenol derivative with toxicity concerns; absolutely NOT for cosmetic formulation. If you encountered this on a supplier list for cosmetics, it is an error or fraud.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium 5-Nitroguaiacolate safe in cosmetics?
🚨 CRITICAL: This is a PESTICIDE/PLANT GROWTH REGULATOR. Nitrophenol derivative with toxicity concerns; absolutely NOT for cosmetic formulation. If you encountered this on a supplier list for cosmetics, it is an error or fraud. The EU classifies Sodium 5-Nitroguaiacolate as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Sodium 5-Nitroguaiacolate allowed in the EU?
Sodium 5-Nitroguaiacolate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium 5-Nitroguaiacolate do in cosmetics?
Sodium 5-Nitroguaiacolate functions as: Plant growth regulator (commercial name: Atonik); EPA-registered pesticide. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 67233-85-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium 5-Nitroguaiacolate?
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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