Allowed in EU

Sodium Bromate

A cosmetic ingredient used as oxidising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Sodium bromate

What does it do?

Sodium Bromate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Oxidising

    an oxidising agent — used in hair dyes, perms, and bleaches to drive chemical reactions

EU regulatory status

Sodium Bromate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Sodium Bromate?

Sodium Bromate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium bromate

Is Sodium Bromate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sodium Bromate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sodium Bromate do in cosmetic products?

Sodium Bromate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: oxidising.

What is the CAS number of Sodium Bromate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Bromate is 7789-38-0.

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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