Sodium Hydroxymethane Sulfonate

Sodium Hydroxymethane Sulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antimicrobial, reducing agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSODIUM HYDROXYMETHANE SULFONATE
FunctionANTIMICROBIAL, REDUCING
CAS number870-72-4
EC number212-800-9
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Face Cleansers 50%Other Styling 50%

Frequently asked

What does Sodium Hydroxymethane Sulfonate do in skincare?
Sodium Hydroxymethane Sulfonate functions as an antimicrobial, reducing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sodium Hydroxymethane Sulfonate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sodium Hydroxymethane Sulfonate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (50% of its uses).

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