Calcium Fluoride
A cosmetic ingredient used as antiplaque, oral care in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Calcium fluoride
What does it do?
Calcium Fluoride is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antiplaque
reduces dental plaque, used in toothpastes and mouthwashes
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Oral care
used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Calcium Fluoride is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 30). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Calcium Fluoride?
Calcium Fluoride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Calcium fluoride
Is Calcium Fluoride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Calcium Fluoride is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Calcium Fluoride do in cosmetic products?
Calcium Fluoride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antiplaque, oral care.
What is the CAS number of Calcium Fluoride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Calcium Fluoride is 7789-75-5.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010