Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate. 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 | 2641 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 2641 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Neat/concentrated form can cause skin corrosion and serious eye damage (GHS H314/H318 per ECHA at raw material level); formulated products at typical use levels show no concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate safe in cosmetics?
Neat/concentrated form can cause skin corrosion and serious eye damage (GHS H314/H318 per ECHA at raw material level); formulated products at typical use levels show no concern The EU classifies Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate as "restricted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate functions as: Emulsifier, surfactant–cleansing, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 13557-75-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is 2641 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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