Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Aluminum–breast cancer and aluminum–Alzheimer's links investigated but no causal association established per SCCS . Regulatory scrutiny ongoing
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Alum safe in cosmetics?
Aluminum–breast cancer and aluminum–Alzheimer's links investigated but no causal association established per SCCS . Regulatory scrutiny ongoing The EU classifies Sodium Alum as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Alum allowed in the EU?
Sodium Alum EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Alum do in cosmetics?
Sodium Alum functions as: Astringent, antiperspirant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 10102-71-3 (Sodium Aluminium Sulphate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Alum?
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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