Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
EU-banned ingredient; endocrine disruption concerns; estrogenic activity; insufficient data per SCCS. Absolutely do not formulate for any EU or COSMOS/ECOCERT-certified product
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Isopropylparaben safe in cosmetics?
EU-banned ingredient; endocrine disruption concerns; estrogenic activity; insufficient data per SCCS. Absolutely do not formulate for any EU or COSMOS/ECOCERT-certified product The EU classifies Sodium Isopropylparaben as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Sodium Isopropylparaben allowed in the EU?
Sodium Isopropylparaben EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Isopropylparaben do in cosmetics?
Sodium Isopropylparaben functions as: Preservative (sodium salt of isopropylparaben). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 35285-69-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Isopropylparaben?
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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