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Chelating Agent

SODIUM LIGNOSULFONATE

CAS 8061-51-6 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A sulfonated lignin extracted from wood, used as a mild dispersant and chelator. Plant-derived and well tolerated, with no notable safety signals.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Plant-derived (wood) anionic dispersant
  • Stabilizes pigments and emulsions
  • Mild antioxidant phenolic content

Known concerns

  • Variable composition by wood source
  • Color can affect formulation aesthetics
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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