in cosmetics Free Formaldehyde determination

Determination of Free Formaldehyde in Cosmetics
Determination of Free Formaldehyde in Cosmetics

In cosmetic products, the increase in the density of microorganisms poses a significant danger to human health. To prevent microbial growth, a number of chemicals known as preservatives are also added to these products. However, these preservatives to be added to the cosmetic products must be compatible with the other ingredients in the formulation of the product. Toxic, allergic or skin irritant effects should not occur in people using these products.

According to the Turkish Cosmetics Law issued by the Ministry of Health in 2005, cosmetic products offered to consumers should be tested and analyzed for the health of the target audience. This law contains the principles for the notification of cosmetic products to consumers in a safe, effective and high quality manner, before they are placed on the market, to make market inspections and inspections and to inspect the production sites. According to the law, cosmetic products containing chemical substances which should not be in any way or above the specified values ​​cannot be placed on the market.

Formadehit is also one of the toxic chemicals included in this scope. It is produced and used widely in the chemical sector.

The odor threshold is around 1 ppm, but only if odor is used as a stimulating factor, as people can become accustomed to this odor if exposed continuously. Formaldehyde in the form of gas causes health problems such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, fatigue and skin rash if inhaled. Formaldehyde, which is used in liquid form, is absorbed by the body through the skin and can be harmful to the body. Formaldehyde can cause cancer in humans.

Within the scope of chemical and ecological tests, a number of tests are performed by authorized laboratories to determine the amount of free formaldehyde in cosmetics. These studies are based on the following standards:

  • TS 10235 Cosmetics - Determination of free formaldehyde - Colorimetric and titrimetric method