Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Minimal — potential for skin dryness/irritation at high concentrations (typical of anionic surfactants)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Stearic Acid Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
Minimal — potential for skin dryness/irritation at high concentrations (typical of anionic surfactants) The EU classifies Sodium Stearic Acid Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Stearic Acid Sulfate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Stearic Acid Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Stearic Acid Sulfate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Stearic Acid Sulfate functions as: Surfactant (Cleansing/Emulsifying). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not definitively assigned in public databases.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Stearic Acid Sulfate?
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.
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