Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
3 study endpoints found for Thiolactic Acid. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOAEL | 60 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 150 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 60 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Skin/eye irritant; must comply with the same group restrictions as thioglycolic acid; mandatory label warnings apply
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thiolactic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Skin/eye irritant; must comply with the same group restrictions as thioglycolic acid; mandatory label warnings apply The EU classifies Thiolactic Acid as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 3 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Thiolactic Acid allowed in the EU?
Thiolactic Acid EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Thiolactic Acid do in cosmetics?
Thiolactic Acid functions as: Depilatory, Hair Waving/Straightening, Reducing Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 79-42-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Thiolactic Acid?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Thiolactic Acid?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Thiolactic Acid is 60 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 3 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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