Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Not supported for mucous membrane or ingestion routes; data gaps in reproductive/developmental toxicity and mammalian genotoxicity
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Naphthalenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?
Not supported for mucous membrane or ingestion routes; data gaps in reproductive/developmental toxicity and mammalian genotoxicity The EU classifies Sodium Naphthalenesulfonate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium Naphthalenesulfonate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Naphthalenesulfonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Naphthalenesulfonate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Naphthalenesulfonate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing; Surfactant – Hydrotrope. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 532-02-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Naphthalenesulfonate?
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.
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