Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data

Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate

INCI: SODIUM OXYMETHYLENE SULFOXYLATE

CAS Number
149-44-0
Function
Reducing agent – changes chemical nature by adding hydrogen or removing oxygen
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restrictions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Toxicological Studies

2 study endpoints found for Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL 600 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 300 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH

Expert Verdict

Strong reducing agent (also known as Rongalite); releases formaldehyde under certain conditions (heat, acid); formaldehyde is a known sensitizer and carcinogen – must verify no free formaldehyde release in final product

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate safe in cosmetics?

Strong reducing agent (also known as Rongalite); releases formaldehyde under certain conditions (heat, acid); formaldehyde is a known sensitizer and carcinogen – must verify no free formaldehyde release in final product The EU classifies Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate allowed in the EU?

Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate functions as: Reducing agent – changes chemical nature by adding hydrogen or removing oxygen. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 149-44-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate?

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.

What is the NOAEL for Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate is 600 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.

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