Strontium Hydroxide

INCI: STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE

CAS Number
18480-07-4
Function
pH adjuster for depilatories
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
EU Max Conc. 3.5%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted as cosmetic ingredient; no specific FDA restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Corrosive/caustic risk; strict pH control mandatory; depilatory use only under Annex III; ECHA CMR review

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Strontium Hydroxide safe in cosmetics?

Corrosive/caustic risk; strict pH control mandatory; depilatory use only under Annex III; ECHA CMR review The EU classifies Strontium Hydroxide as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Strontium Hydroxide allowed in the EU?

Strontium Hydroxide EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 3.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Strontium Hydroxide do in cosmetics?

Strontium Hydroxide functions as: pH adjuster for depilatories. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 18480-07-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for Strontium Hydroxide?

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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