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Expert Verdict
EU Annex V Entry 59 restricted preservative at maximum 0.2% corresponding to 0.0024% silver. SCCP concluded low risk for argyria. Not for use in oral or eye products. Avoid chloride-rich systems.
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Is Silver Citrate safe in cosmetics?
EU Annex V Entry 59 restricted preservative at maximum 0.2% corresponding to 0.0024% silver. SCCP concluded low risk for argyria. Not for use in oral or eye products. Avoid chloride-rich systems. The EU classifies Silver Citrate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Silver Citrate allowed in the EU?
Silver Citrate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.2%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Silver Citrate do in cosmetics?
Silver Citrate functions as: Preservative, antimicrobial agent, deodorant active. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 126-45-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Silver Citrate?
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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