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SODIUM PALMATE

CAS 61790-79-2 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Sodium soap of palm-oil fatty acids used as a hard, long-lasting base in traditional bar soaps; cleanses well but at an alkaline pH that can dry skin.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • cleanses
  • firms bar structure
  • plant-based soap

Known concerns

  • high pH
  • palm sustainability
  • drying on dry skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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