Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Strong oxidiser that may intensify fire; causes skin irritation, serious eye irritation, and respiratory irritation; not recommended for leave-on dermal products; requires strict PPE handling and storage away from combustibles
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnesium Peroxide safe in cosmetics?
Strong oxidiser that may intensify fire; causes skin irritation, serious eye irritation, and respiratory irritation; not recommended for leave-on dermal products; requires strict PPE handling and storage away from combustibles The EU classifies Magnesium Peroxide as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Magnesium Peroxide allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Peroxide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Peroxide do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Peroxide functions as: Oxidising agent, oral care agent (tooth whitening). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1335-26-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Peroxide?
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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