Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Must formulate to minimize irritancy — rinse-off preferred over leave-on at higher concentrations; no reproductive or developmental toxicity observed
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?
Must formulate to minimize irritancy — rinse-off preferred over leave-on at higher concentrations; no reproductive or developmental toxicity observed The EU classifies Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate functions as: Surfactant — cleansing, emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25155-30-0 (linear); also 68411-30-3 (branched mixture).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate?
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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