Silver Sulfate

INCI: SILVER SULFATE

CAS Number
10294-26-5
Function
Antimicrobial agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes Not specifically restricted in cosmetics

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Silver CMR Cat 2; chronic exposure risk for argyria; EU regulatory tightening applies to all silver-releasing compounds

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silver Sulfate safe in cosmetics?

Silver CMR Cat 2; chronic exposure risk for argyria; EU regulatory tightening applies to all silver-releasing compounds The EU classifies Silver Sulfate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Silver Sulfate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Silver Sulfate do in cosmetics?

Silver Sulfate functions as: Antimicrobial agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 10294-26-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Silver Sulfate?

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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