Is ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE safe in cosmetics?
ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE
Also known as: Zinc, bis[1-(hydroxy-κO)methanesulfinato-κO]-, (T-4)-, Zinc formaldehydesulfoxylate, Zinc, bis(hydroxymethanesulfinato-OS,O1)-, (T-4)-, Zinc, bis[(hydroxy-κO)methanesulfinato-κO]-, (T-4)-, Methanesulfinic acid, hydroxy-, zinc complex (+12 more)
ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE (CAS 24887-06-7) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Reducing. NOAEL 31.52 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against ToxValDB ECHA IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max III/24. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Cross-Vertical Regulatory Divergence
ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE is classified GHS CMR hazard (H302, H319, H341, H412) in the chemicals database but is restricted in EU cosmetics at max III/24.
Source: Cosmetics: ingredients.eu_status/eu_max; Chemicals: ghs_classifications.signal_word/hazard_statement_code
Function
Reducing
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Chemistry & Identifiers
IUPAC Name
zinc hydroxymethanesulfinate
InChIKey
CAAIULQYGCAMCD-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
III/24
US US Status
Not specifically regulated
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | =300 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | reproduction developmental | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
| NOAEL | =1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | reproduction developmental | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
10 - 100 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Reducing agent
Regulatory List Membership (1)
FDA Indirect Food Contact Additives
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE.
Regulatory Flags
cosing-sourced
eu-restricted
needs-enrichment
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
2
Lowest NOAEL
300 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
1000 mg/kg bw/day
ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID
Known Synonyms
Zinc, bis[1-(hydroxy-κO)methanesulfinato-κO]-, (T-4)-
Zinc formaldehydesulfoxylate
Zinc, bis(hydroxymethanesulfinato-OS,O1)-, (T-4)-
Zinc, bis[(hydroxy-κO)methanesulfinato-κO]-, (T-4)-
Methanesulfinic acid, hydroxy-, zinc complex
Blankit D
C.I. Reducing Agent 6
Decroline
Decroline Soluble Conc.
Decroline soluble
Methanesulfinic acid, hydroxy-, zinc salt (2:1)
Parolite
Protolin SX
Redol ZB
Redusol Z
Safolin
EINECS No.: 246-515-6
Chemical Function
Reducing agent
Regulatory Lists
Indirect additives food contact (10/2018)
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE allowed in the EU?
ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: III/24. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE do in cosmetics?
ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE functions as: Reducing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 24887-06-7.
What is the NOAEL for ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE is =300 mg/kg bw/day based on a reproduction developmental study via oral route in Rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID.
Is ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE used outside cosmetics?
ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE also appears in industrial chemical safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
Does ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE have different safety status in cosmetics vs industrial chemicals?
ZINC FORMALDEHYDE SULFOXYLATE is classified GHS CMR hazard (H302, H319, H341, H412) in the chemicals database but is restricted in EU cosmetics at max III/24.
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