Sodium Methylnaphthalenesulfonate
INCI: SODIUM METHYLNAPHTHALENESULFONATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
GHS H315 (skin irritation) and H318 (serious eye damage); CIR flagged insufficient data for reproductive/developmental toxicity and mammalian genotoxicity; avoid mucous membrane contact
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Methylnaphthalenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?
GHS H315 (skin irritation) and H318 (serious eye damage); CIR flagged insufficient data for reproductive/developmental toxicity and mammalian genotoxicity; avoid mucous membrane contact The EU classifies Sodium Methylnaphthalenesulfonate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium Methylnaphthalenesulfonate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Methylnaphthalenesulfonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Methylnaphthalenesulfonate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Methylnaphthalenesulfonate functions as: Hydrotrope, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 26264-58-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Methylnaphthalenesulfonate?
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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