Silver Bicarbonate

INCI: SILVER BICARBONATE

CAS Number
Not widely assigned / no standard CAS in cosmetic databases
Function
Antimicrobial; pH buffering
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically listed; would follow general silver compound rules

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Very limited safety dossier; silver CMR Cat. 2; unstable compound (silver bicarbonate decomposes readily); not recommended without dedicated safety assessment

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silver Bicarbonate safe in cosmetics?

Very limited safety dossier; silver CMR Cat. 2; unstable compound (silver bicarbonate decomposes readily); not recommended without dedicated safety assessment The EU classifies Silver Bicarbonate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Silver Bicarbonate allowed in the EU?

Silver Bicarbonate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Silver Bicarbonate do in cosmetics?

Silver Bicarbonate functions as: Antimicrobial; pH buffering. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely assigned / no standard CAS in cosmetic databases.

What is the Margin of Safety for Silver Bicarbonate?

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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