Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Fully prohibited in the EU and US. Highly toxic organomercury compound with no permitted cosmetic applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phenyl Mercuric Chloride safe in cosmetics?
Fully prohibited in the EU and US. Highly toxic organomercury compound with no permitted cosmetic applications. The EU classifies Phenyl Mercuric Chloride as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Phenyl Mercuric Chloride allowed in the EU?
Phenyl Mercuric Chloride EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phenyl Mercuric Chloride do in cosmetics?
Phenyl Mercuric Chloride functions as: Preservative (mercury-based). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 100-56-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Phenyl Mercuric 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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