Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
4 study endpoints found for Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate. 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 | 750 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 750 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | ca.1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Mild sulfate-free anionic surfactant with documented penetration enhancement of co-formulated actives and borderline severe ocular irritation at 20%.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate safe in cosmetics?
Mild sulfate-free anionic surfactant with documented penetration enhancement of co-formulated actives and borderline severe ocular irritation at 20%. The EU classifies Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate functions as: Surfactant, cleansing agent, foaming agent. It is classified as a Surfactant in our database. CAS number: 61791-42-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate is 750 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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