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Chelating Agent

SODIUM STANNATE

CAS 12058-66-1
35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

Sodium stannate — a tin-containing inorganic salt used as a formulation stabilizer. Considered an irritant and best avoided in leave-on cosmetics.

Function

LIGHT STABILIZERVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Functions as a stabilizing agent
  • Tin chelation can improve formula performance

Known concerns

  • Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin
  • Chronic tin exposure has accumulation concerns
  • Not appropriate for sensitive-skin leave-on products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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