Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Same class concerns as sodium methyl palmitate sulfonate — raw surfactant may be harsh alone; formulate with mild co-surfactants
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Methyl Stearate Sulfonate safe in cosmetics?
Same class concerns as sodium methyl palmitate sulfonate — raw surfactant may be harsh alone; formulate with mild co-surfactants The EU classifies Sodium Methyl Stearate Sulfonate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Methyl Stearate Sulfonate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Methyl Stearate Sulfonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Methyl Stearate Sulfonate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Methyl Stearate Sulfonate functions as: Cleansing, foaming, surfactant-cleansing (analogous to palmitate sulfonate). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (sulfonated methyl ester).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Methyl Stearate Sulfonate?
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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