Allowed in EU

Sodium Nitrate

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

What is it?

Nitric acid, sodium salt

What does it do?

Sodium Nitrate 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
Soothing
helps calm irritated or sensitive skin

EU regulatory status

Sodium Nitrate 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 Nitrate?

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

Is Sodium Nitrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Sodium Nitrate do in cosmetic products?

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

What is the CAS number of Sodium Nitrate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Nitrate is 7631-99-4.

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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