Lithium Chloride

INCI: LITHIUM CHLORIDE

CAS Number
7447-41-8 [^1_5]
Function
Oral care agent, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no specific CFR cosmetic prohibition

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Hygroscopic compound with systemic lithium toxicity profile; at 50 mmol/L caused CNS depression, tremor, and death in rats; use primarily limited to rinse-off applications at low concentrations.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

endocrine_disruptor

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lithium Chloride safe in cosmetics?

Hygroscopic compound with systemic lithium toxicity profile; at 50 mmol/L caused CNS depression, tremor, and death in rats; use primarily limited to rinse-off applications at low concentrations. The EU classifies Lithium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Lithium Chloride allowed in the EU?

Lithium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Lithium Chloride do in cosmetics?

Lithium Chloride functions as: Oral care agent, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7447-41-8 [^1_5].

What is the Margin of Safety for Lithium Chloride?

adequate 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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