Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ferric nitrate is not a standard cosmetic ingredient and carries poor safety profile with high sensitization risk and no established margin of safety for cosmetic applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ferric Nitrate safe in cosmetics?
Ferric nitrate is not a standard cosmetic ingredient and carries poor safety profile with high sensitization risk and no established margin of safety for cosmetic applications. The EU classifies Ferric Nitrate as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Ferric Nitrate allowed in the EU?
Ferric Nitrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ferric Nitrate do in cosmetics?
Ferric Nitrate functions as: Not a standard cosmetic ingredient; potential astringent/oxidizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7782-61-8 (nonahydrate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ferric Nitrate?
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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