Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate (SLMI) is an ultra-mild, sulfate-free anionic surfactant with excellent safety and tolerability, making it particularly suitable for sensitive and damaged scalp formulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate safe in cosmetics?
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate (SLMI) is an ultra-mild, sulfate-free anionic surfactant with excellent safety and tolerability, making it particularly suitable for sensitive and damaged scalp formulations. The EU classifies Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate functions as: Ultra-mild anionic surfactant; cleansing agent; sulfate-free alternative. It is classified as a Surfactant in our database. CAS number: 156572-81-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate?
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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