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Expert Verdict
Known skin sensitizer; mandatory warning label in EU; restricted in Canada to 0.1%; restricted in ASEAN; historical mutagenicity concerns flagged; nitroaromatic compound
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Picramate safe in cosmetics?
Known skin sensitizer; mandatory warning label in EU; restricted in Canada to 0.1%; restricted in ASEAN; historical mutagenicity concerns flagged; nitroaromatic compound The EU classifies Sodium Picramate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium Picramate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Picramate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.6%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Picramate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Picramate functions as: Hair dye (oxidative and non-oxidative formulations). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 831-52-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Picramate?
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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