Allowed in EU

Sodium Chlorite

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

What is it?

Chlorous acid, sodium salt

What does it do?

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

Oral care
used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels
Oxidising
an oxidising agent — used in hair dyes, perms, and bleaches to drive chemical reactions

EU regulatory status

Sodium Chlorite 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 Chlorite?

Sodium Chlorite is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chlorous acid, sodium salt

Is Sodium Chlorite allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Sodium Chlorite do in cosmetic products?

Sodium Chlorite is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: oral care, oxidising.

What is the CAS number of Sodium Chlorite?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Chlorite is 7758-19-2.

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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