Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Selenium Sulfide based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: IVDK; SCCS
Expert Verdict
Selenium sulfide at 1% is regulated as an OTC drug under FDA Monograph M032 in the US, while concentrations of 2.5% are prescription-only. In the EU, it is prohibited as a cosmetic ingredient and regulated as a medicinal product, making it not viable for EU cosmetic formulations.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Selenium Sulfide safe in cosmetics?
Selenium sulfide at 1% is regulated as an OTC drug under FDA Monograph M032 in the US, while concentrations of 2.5% are prescription-only. In the EU, it is prohibited as a cosmetic ingredient and regulated as a medicinal product, making it not viable for EU cosmetic formulations. The EU classifies Selenium Sulfide as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Selenium Sulfide allowed in the EU?
Selenium Sulfide EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Selenium Sulfide do in cosmetics?
Selenium Sulfide functions as: Anti-dandruff active; antifungal. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7488-56-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Selenium Sulfide?
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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