Is PVP-Hydrogen Peroxide safe in cosmetics?
PVP-Hydrogen Peroxide has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
PVP-Hydrogen Peroxide
INCI: PVP-HYDROGEN PEROXIDE [^1_16]
PVP-Hydrogen Peroxide (CAS 125275-81-2) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Oral care agent, oxidizing agent (tooth whitening, hair bleaching) [^1_16]. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 12%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Oral care agent, oxidizing agent (tooth whitening, hair bleaching) [^1_16]
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
12%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted with restrictions; hydrogen peroxide is an FDA-approved OTC active (oral care); cosmetic use permitted within limits [^1_15]
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for PVP-Hydrogen Peroxide.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for PVP-Hydrogen Peroxide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PVP-Hydrogen Peroxide allowed in the EU?
PVP-Hydrogen Peroxide EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 12%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PVP-Hydrogen Peroxide do in cosmetics?
PVP-Hydrogen Peroxide functions as: Oral care agent, oxidizing agent (tooth whitening, hair bleaching) [^1_16]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 125275-81-2.
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