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Expert Verdict
Releases HF upon decomposition — serious handling hazard; toxic fluoride compound; very limited cosmetic use data
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ammonium Hexafluorophosphate safe in cosmetics?
Releases HF upon decomposition — serious handling hazard; toxic fluoride compound; very limited cosmetic use data The EU classifies Ammonium Hexafluorophosphate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ammonium Hexafluorophosphate allowed in the EU?
Ammonium Hexafluorophosphate EU regulatory status: prohibited. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.15%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ammonium Hexafluorophosphate do in cosmetics?
Ammonium Hexafluorophosphate functions as: Oral care (fluoride/phosphate source). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 16941-11-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Hexafluorophosphate?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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