Sodium Arganate

INCI: SODIUM ARGANATE

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned (niche saponified salt)
Function
Surfactant – Cleansing; Skin Conditioning (sodium salt of argan oil fatty acids)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction; safety must be substantiated per 21 CFR 740.10

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited standalone toxicological data; relies on safety profile of argan oil fatty acids. No CIR assessment. Rare argan allergy possible in sensitized individuals.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Arganate safe in cosmetics?

Limited standalone toxicological data; relies on safety profile of argan oil fatty acids. No CIR assessment. Rare argan allergy possible in sensitized individuals. The EU classifies Sodium Arganate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium Arganate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sodium Arganate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Arganate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing; Skin Conditioning (sodium salt of argan oil fatty acids). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (niche saponified salt).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Arganate?

adequate 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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