Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contact allergen – included in standard patch test series; restricted to 0.2% max in EU; not permitted in products applied to mucous membranes; cross-reactivity with other chlorinated phenols possible
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium p-Chloro-m-Cresol safe in cosmetics?
Contact allergen – included in standard patch test series; restricted to 0.2% max in EU; not permitted in products applied to mucous membranes; cross-reactivity with other chlorinated phenols possible The EU classifies Sodium p-Chloro-m-Cresol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium p-Chloro-m-Cresol allowed in the EU?
Sodium p-Chloro-m-Cresol EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.2%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium p-Chloro-m-Cresol do in cosmetics?
Sodium p-Chloro-m-Cresol functions as: Antimicrobial, Preservative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 15733-22-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium p-Chloro-m-Cresol?
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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