Sodium Salicylate
CAS Number: 54-21-7
Sources of exposure:
Description:
Sodium salicylate is an aromatic salt used as a preservative in personal care products.
Health concerns:
Reproductive Toxicity
May alter hormone function and harm reproduction.
Genotoxicity
May cause mutations or damage DNA in cells.
Irritant
May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.
Banned/restricted lists:
- European Commission Annex V Preservatives in Cosmetic Products.