Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential skin/eye irritation at high concentrations typical of anionic surfactants; if plant-derived, must comply with EU plant-origin provisions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Stearyl Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
Potential skin/eye irritation at high concentrations typical of anionic surfactants; if plant-derived, must comply with EU plant-origin provisions The EU classifies Sodium Stearyl Sulfate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Stearyl Sulfate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Stearyl Sulfate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Stearyl Sulfate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Stearyl Sulfate functions as: Cleansing agent, surfactant (cleansing), surfactant (emulsifying). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1120-04-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Stearyl Sulfate?
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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