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Expert Verdict
🚫 Classified Repr. Cat. 2 (H361d — suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child); not appropriate for cosmetic formulation; heavy metal concerns with molybdenum
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Molybdate safe in cosmetics?
🚫 Classified Repr. Cat. 2 (H361d — suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child); not appropriate for cosmetic formulation; heavy metal concerns with molybdenum The EU classifies Sodium Molybdate as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Sodium Molybdate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Molybdate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Molybdate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Molybdate functions as: Corrosion inhibitor; not a standard cosmetic functional ingredient — primarily industrial/feed additive. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7631-95-0 (anhydrous); 10102-40-6 (dihydrate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Molybdate?
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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