Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate
Used in cosmetic products as hair conditioning and preservative. Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate is the sodium salt of the substituted amino acid.
- Prohibited in EU cosmetics, Annex II/1669
- Allowed preservative, Annex V/51
Annex V/51: 0.5% ban substances that deplete the ozone layer
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IUPAC name: sodium 2-(hydroxymethylamino)acetate
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What is Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate used for in cosmetics?
Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate is used in cosmetic products as hair conditioning and preservative. Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate is the sodium salt of the substituted amino acid.
Is Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex II/1669 (prohibited in eu cosmetics), Annex V/51 (allowed preservative). Annex V/51: 0.5% ban substances that deplete the ozone layer Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate?
Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate is listed with CAS number 70161-44-3 and EC number 274-357-8.
Where can I buy Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate?
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