Sodium Metabisulfite(in 2,153 products)
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Functions:
1. Antioxidant - Reduces oxidation to prevent the formation of free radicals which may be harmful to health.
2. Antiseptic / Disinfectant - Prevents growth of unwanted microorganisms.
3. Fungicide / Herbicide - Kills or inhibits unwanted vegetation
4. Preservative - Prevents and inhibits the growth of unwanted microorganisms which may be harmful
Scientific References:
1. PubChem: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/656671
Regulatory References:
1. South Korea - Ministry of Food and Drug Safety - Prohibited/Restricted Chemicals
- Ref: 878
2. EU CosIng Annex III, SUBSTANCES WITH RESTRICTIONS IN COSMETIC PRODUCTS [2018]
- Ref: III/99
3. Japan’s List of Designated Food Additives under Article 10 of the Food Sanitation Act
- Sodium Pyrosulfite (Sodium Metabisulfite or Acid Sulfite of Soda)
4. US FDA Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) (21 CFR 182) [2017]
- § 182.3766 - Sodium metabisulfite
5. EU CosIng Annex V, PRESERVATIVES ALLOWED IN COSMETIC PRODUCTS [2017]
- Ref: V/9
Safety and Hazards (UN GHS):
1. Harmful if swallowed (H302)
2. Causes serious eye damage (H318)
3. May cause respiratory irritation (H335)
4. Harmful to aquatic life (H402)
5. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects (H412)
Potential Health Concerns For:
1. Dermatitis, Allergic Contact (PubMed ID:26795242)
2. Rhinitis (PubMed ID:14763933)
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