Sodium Salicylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as denaturant, preservative in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium salicylate
What does it do?
Sodium Salicylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Denaturant
makes ethanol in cosmetics unfit for drinking — required by regulation when alcohol is used
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Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
EU regulatory status
Sodium Salicylate is listed in Annex V of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Sodium Salicylate?
Sodium Salicylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium salicylate
Is Sodium Salicylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Salicylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Salicylate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Salicylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: denaturant, preservative.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Salicylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Salicylate is 54-21-7.
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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: 11/08/2020