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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
GHS hazard statements H315/H319/H335; skin and eye irritant; respiratory irritant on inhalation; rare earth metals raise bioaccumulation concerns; no SCCS opinion; no CIR review; not recommended for cosmetic use without full toxicological dossier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Erbium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
GHS hazard statements H315/H319/H335; skin and eye irritant; respiratory irritant on inhalation; rare earth metals raise bioaccumulation concerns; no SCCS opinion; no CIR review; not recommended for cosmetic use without full toxicological dossier. The EU classifies Erbium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Erbium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Erbium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Erbium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Erbium Chloride functions as: Colorant, bulking agent (rare earth metal salt). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 10138-41-7 (anhydrous); 10025-75-9 (hexahydrate) [^1_9][^1_10].
What is the Margin of Safety for Erbium Chloride?
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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