Is COLOPHONIUM safe in cosmetics?
COLOPHONIUM has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
COLOPHONIUM
Also known as: Gum rosin, Bandis G100, Caswell No. 667, EINECS 232-475-7, EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 067205 (+5 more)
COLOPHONIUM (CAS 8050-09-7) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Binding, Depilatory, Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling. NOAEL 10 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against ToxValDB ECHA IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Binding, Depilatory, Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
Not specifically regulated
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for COLOPHONIUM. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | =480 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | subchronic | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Long-term Exposure Effects
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. Repeated or prolonged inhalation may cause asthma.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of fume.
Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for COLOPHONIUM across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
100,000 - 1,000,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE; GROUP
SVHC Candidate
No
Hazard classification: Restricted (Annex XVII)
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Adhesion/cohesion promoter
Binder
Depilatory
Dye
Film former
Flavouring and nutrient
Fragrance
Pigment
Surfactant (surface active agent)
Thickening agent
Regulatory List Membership (3)
FDA Substances Added to Food (EAFUS)
FDA Indirect Food Contact Additives
Consumer Product Chemical
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for COLOPHONIUM.
Regulatory Flags
cosing-sourced
eu-permitted
needs-enrichment
fda_food_additive
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to COLOPHONIUM by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
1
Lowest NOAEL
480 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
480 mg/kg bw/day
ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID
Known Synonyms
Gum rosin
Bandis G100
Caswell No. 667
EINECS 232-475-7
EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 067205
Rondis R
UNII-88S87KL877
Gum Rosin WW
EC No.: 232-475-7
232-475-7
Chemical Function
Film former
Viscosity modifier
Binder
Depilatory
Thickening agent
Regulatory Lists
consumer_product; Europe
detected; Europe; Other direct contact consumer goods
detected; Europe; Other direct contact consumer goods
detected; Europe; Other direct contact consumer goods
Europe; nondetect; Other direct contact consumer goods
consumer_product
drinking_water; Europe; manufacturing; plastic_additive
Europe; plastic_additive
Canada; pharmaceutical
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
food_additive; Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS) (2/2019)
CEDI
CEDI
Indirect additives food contact (10/2018)
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is COLOPHONIUM allowed in the EU?
COLOPHONIUM EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does COLOPHONIUM do in cosmetics?
COLOPHONIUM functions as: Binding, Depilatory, Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8050-09-7.
What is the NOAEL for COLOPHONIUM?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for COLOPHONIUM is =480 mg/kg bw/day based on a subchronic study via oral route in Rat. Source: ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID.
Is COLOPHONIUM used outside cosmetics?
COLOPHONIUM also appears in industrial chemical safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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