Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Strongly acidic and corrosive at higher concentrations with known skin and eye irritant properties; gold ion release presents sensitization risk; requires very low concentrations with pH control and robust irritation and sensitization testing for CPSR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gold Chloride HCl safe in cosmetics?
Strongly acidic and corrosive at higher concentrations with known skin and eye irritant properties; gold ion release presents sensitization risk; requires very low concentrations with pH control and robust irritation and sensitization testing for CPSR. The EU classifies Gold Chloride HCl as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Gold Chloride HCl allowed in the EU?
Gold Chloride HCl EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Gold Chloride HCl do in cosmetics?
Gold Chloride HCl functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 16903-35-8 (chloroauric acid / HAuCl₄).
What is the Margin of Safety for Gold Chloride HCl?
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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