Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate is the organic compound.
What does it do?
Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate?
Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate is the organic compound.
Is Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate is 53918-03-9.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 23/05/2023