Ammonium thioglycolate

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Where is Ammonium thioglycolate found?

Ammonium thioglycolate is found in the hairdressing industry. It is used on hair to cause it swell, making it permeable.

How can you avoid contact with Ammonium thioglycolate?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• AI3-26246
• Ammonium mercaptoacetate
• Ammonium thioglycolate
• Ammonium thioglycollate
• EINECS 226-540-9
• HSDB 7167
• NSC 6954
• Thiofaco A-50
• Thioglycolic acid ammonium salt
• Thioglycollic acid, ammonium salt
• USAF MO-2

What are some products that may contain Ammonium thioglycolate?

A clinician's point of view.

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