Sodium Safflowerate

INCI: SODIUM SAFFLOWERATE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (sodium salt of Carthamus tinctorius fatty acids)
Function
Cleansing agent, Surfactant – Cleansing
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; CIR reviewed within the fatty acids/oils group — safe as used

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Potential Compositae allergenicity; ensure source oil is free of pesticide residues; no significant toxicological concerns

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Safflowerate safe in cosmetics?

Potential Compositae allergenicity; ensure source oil is free of pesticide residues; no significant toxicological concerns The EU classifies Sodium Safflowerate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium Safflowerate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sodium Safflowerate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Safflowerate functions as: Cleansing agent, Surfactant – Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (sodium salt of Carthamus tinctorius fatty acids).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Safflowerate?

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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