Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient GHS Classified

Sodium Aluminate

INCI: SODIUM ALUMINATE

CAS Number
1302-42-7
Function
pH adjuster, buffering agent; also used as corrosion inhibitor in industrial applications
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically listed as a cosmetic ingredient; industrial chemical

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
high

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GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Medical observation is indicated.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

Expert Verdict

Strongly alkaline/corrosive; not a standard cosmetic ingredient. Aluminum exposure concerns per SCCS opinions apply. Unusual choice for cosmetic formulation

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Aluminate safe in cosmetics?

Strongly alkaline/corrosive; not a standard cosmetic ingredient. Aluminum exposure concerns per SCCS opinions apply. Unusual choice for cosmetic formulation The EU classifies Sodium Aluminate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Sodium Aluminate allowed in the EU?

Sodium Aluminate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium Aluminate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Aluminate functions as: pH adjuster, buffering agent; also used as corrosion inhibitor in industrial applications. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1302-42-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Aluminate?

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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