Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generates H2S in acidic conditions with serious eye irritation and skin irritation risk. Strong alkaline pH. Strictly rinse-off only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calcium Sulfide safe in cosmetics?
Generates H2S in acidic conditions with serious eye irritation and skin irritation risk. Strong alkaline pH. Strictly rinse-off only. The EU classifies Calcium Sulfide as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Calcium Sulfide allowed in the EU?
Calcium Sulfide EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 6%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Calcium Sulfide do in cosmetics?
Calcium Sulfide functions as: Depilatory agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 20548-54-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Calcium Sulfide?
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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