Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
7 study endpoints found for Sodium Shea Butterate. 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 | 30 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | - | - | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | - | - | reproductive | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | reproductive | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | reproductive | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | - | - | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | reproductive | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | - | - | reproductive | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
Expert Verdict
Safe as used based on parent shea butter safety profile and conventional soap chemistry, when formulated to be non-sensitizing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Shea Butterate safe in cosmetics?
Safe as used based on parent shea butter safety profile and conventional soap chemistry, when formulated to be non-sensitizing. The EU classifies Sodium Shea Butterate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 7 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Sodium Shea Butterate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Shea Butterate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Shea Butterate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Shea Butterate functions as: Cleansing agent, surfactant, emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: N/A.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Shea Butterate?
not established 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 Shea Butterate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Sodium Shea Butterate is 30 mg/kg bw/day based on a toxicological study via dermal route in rat. A total of 7 study endpoints are available. Source: SCCS_PDF_extraction.
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