Good Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

Sodium Formate

INCI: SODIUM FORMATE

CAS Number
141-53-7
Function
Preservative (primarily used as a preservative in cosmetic raw materials such as surfactants)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restrictions under FDA cosmetic regulations

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Safety Data

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

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Toxicological Studies

4 study endpoints found for Sodium Formate. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL 3185 other oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 3185 other oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 2120 other oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 2120 other oral rat oral REACH

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 irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol.

Expert Verdict

Must be used within Annex V maximum concentration limits; primarily a processing preservative in raw materials rather than an end-product preservative; formic acid release at low pH may cause irritation

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

preservative epa_safer_alternative fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Formate safe in cosmetics?

Must be used within Annex V maximum concentration limits; primarily a processing preservative in raw materials rather than an end-product preservative; formic acid release at low pH may cause irritation The EU classifies Sodium Formate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is Sodium Formate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sodium Formate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Formate functions as: Preservative (primarily used as a preservative in cosmetic raw materials such as surfactants). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 141-53-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Formate?

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.

What is the NOAEL for Sodium Formate?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Sodium Formate is 3185 other based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.

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