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Antioxidant

STANNOUS CHLORIDE

CAS 7772-99-8
38

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A tin(II) salt mainly used in toothpaste to protect enamel. Corrosive and irritating as a raw ingredient.

Skin benefits

  • Oral-care antimicrobial
  • Reducing agent

Known concerns

  • Skin corrosion Cat 1B
  • Eye damage Cat 1
  • Acute oral toxicity
  • Limited cosmetic use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.