Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR: safe for SKIN application only — insufficient data for mucous membrane or ingestion. Formaldehyde-condensed polymer: free formaldehyde must be <0.05%. Declining use (50→12 formulations between 1998–2019) .
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?
CIR: safe for SKIN application only — insufficient data for mucous membrane or ingestion. Formaldehyde-condensed polymer: free formaldehyde must be <0.05%. Declining use (50→12 formulations between 1998–2019) . The EU classifies Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate functions as: Emulsion Stabilizing, Gel Forming, Surfactant – Cleansing, Surfactant – Hydrotrope. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9084-06-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate?
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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