Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
EU-banned ingredient; boron compounds are classified as reproductive toxicants (CMR Cat. 1B); must not be used in any cosmetic product sold in the EU ; boric acid and borates are on Annex II due to reprotoxicity classification
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Fructoborate safe in cosmetics?
EU-banned ingredient; boron compounds are classified as reproductive toxicants (CMR Cat. 1B); must not be used in any cosmetic product sold in the EU ; boric acid and borates are on Annex II due to reprotoxicity classification The EU classifies Sodium Fructoborate as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Sodium Fructoborate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Fructoborate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Fructoborate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Fructoborate functions as: Humectant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (complex).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Fructoborate?
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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