Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Must not be used in products where N-nitroso compounds can form (nitrosamine risk). Insufficient inhalation toxicity data — avoid use in spray/aerosol products
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stearoyl Sarcosine safe in cosmetics?
Must not be used in products where N-nitroso compounds can form (nitrosamine risk). Insufficient inhalation toxicity data — avoid use in spray/aerosol products The EU classifies Stearoyl Sarcosine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Stearoyl Sarcosine allowed in the EU?
Stearoyl Sarcosine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Stearoyl Sarcosine do in cosmetics?
Stearoyl Sarcosine functions as: Hair conditioning agent, surfactant–cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 142-48-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Stearoyl Sarcosine?
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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