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Sodium Hyaluronate

Sodium salt of hyaluronic acid

Safety Notes

Multiple molecular weights; well tolerated; verify vegan source

Function & Common Use

Function

Humectant / Skin conditioning

Category

Humectant

Common In

Serums, moisturisers, eye creams

Origin

Biotech (microbial fermentation)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Hyaluronate safe to use in skincare?

Sodium Hyaluronate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Multiple molecular weights; well tolerated; verify vegan source

Is Sodium Hyaluronate allowed in India?

Sodium Hyaluronate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Sodium Hyaluronate used for in cosmetics?

Sodium Hyaluronate functions as: Humectant / Skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: Serums, moisturisers, eye creams.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS9067-32-7

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