Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Used as a formaldehyde-free hair straightening agent — verify no formaldehyde release under processing heat; potential scalp irritation at high concentrations; SCCS has reviewed glyoxylic acid in hair smoothing context
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Glyoxylate safe in cosmetics?
Used as a formaldehyde-free hair straightening agent — verify no formaldehyde release under processing heat; potential scalp irritation at high concentrations; SCCS has reviewed glyoxylic acid in hair smoothing context The EU classifies Sodium Glyoxylate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium Glyoxylate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Glyoxylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Glyoxylate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Glyoxylate functions as: Reducing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2706-75-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Glyoxylate?
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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