Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
May be drying at high concentrations; can cause mild irritation in rinse-off products if formulated improperly; generally well-tolerated
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
May be drying at high concentrations; can cause mild irritation in rinse-off products if formulated improperly; generally well-tolerated The EU classifies Sodium Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Sulfate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Sulfate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Sulfate functions as: Viscosity increasing agent (aqueous); bulking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7757-82-6 (anhydrous); 7727-73-3 (decahydrate/Glauber's salt).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium 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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