Sodium Cocoate

INCI: SODIUM COCOATE

CAS Number
61789-31-9
Function
Surfactant - cleansing and emulsifying
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes True soap may fall under soap exemption. CIR (2008/2011) concluded safe as used for 25 coconut-derived ingredients.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Safe as used with standard controls for heavy metals and aflatoxin in botanical supply chain.

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Concern Level: None

Regulatory Flags

eu_children_restricted epa_safer_alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Cocoate safe in cosmetics?

Safe as used with standard controls for heavy metals and aflatoxin in botanical supply chain. The EU classifies Sodium Cocoate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Sodium Cocoate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sodium Cocoate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Cocoate functions as: Surfactant - cleansing and emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61789-31-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Cocoate?

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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