Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Produced via ethoxylation — check for ethylene oxide residuals; not COSMOS-compliant due to ethoxylation origin
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Methyl Isethionate safe in cosmetics?
Produced via ethoxylation — check for ethylene oxide residuals; not COSMOS-compliant due to ethoxylation origin The EU classifies Sodium Methyl Isethionate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Sodium Methyl Isethionate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Methyl Isethionate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Methyl Isethionate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Methyl Isethionate functions as: Surfactant, Cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 24502-04-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Methyl Isethionate?
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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