Good Cosmetic Ingredient GHS Classified

Sodium Thiosulfate

INCI: SODIUM THIOSULFATE

CAS Number
7772-98-7
Function
Reducing agent, antioxidant, neutralizer (used post-perming to stop thiol reactions)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; also has pharmaceutical monograph (USP) as antidote agent

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Expert Verdict

Minimal concerns; may cause mild irritation in concentrated solutions; hygroscopic โ€” stability considerations in formulation

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

epa_safer_alternative ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Thiosulfate safe in cosmetics?

Minimal concerns; may cause mild irritation in concentrated solutions; hygroscopic โ€” stability considerations in formulation The EU classifies Sodium Thiosulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium Thiosulfate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sodium Thiosulfate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Thiosulfate functions as: Reducing agent, antioxidant, neutralizer (used post-perming to stop thiol reactions). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7772-98-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Thiosulfate?

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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