Sodium Naphthol Sulfonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Naphthalenesulfonic acid, 4-hydroxy-, monosodium salt
What does it do?
Sodium Naphthol Sulfonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
EU regulatory status
Sodium Naphthol 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 Naphthol Sulfonate?
Sodium Naphthol Sulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Naphthalenesulfonic acid, 4-hydroxy-, monosodium salt
Is Sodium Naphthol Sulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Naphthol Sulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Naphthol Sulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Naphthol Sulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Naphthol Sulfonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Naphthol Sulfonate is 6099-57-6.
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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: 15/10/2010