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Expert Verdict
Strong oxidizing agent; fire risk near organic material; reacts violently with aluminum, arsenic, carbon, copper; CIR issued "Notice of Insufficient Data"
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Iodate safe in cosmetics?
Strong oxidizing agent; fire risk near organic material; reacts violently with aluminum, arsenic, carbon, copper; CIR issued "Notice of Insufficient Data" The EU classifies Sodium Iodate as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Sodium Iodate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Iodate EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.1%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Iodate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Iodate functions as: Oxidizing agent; historically used as a preservative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7681-55-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Iodate?
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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