MERCURIC OXIDE
MERCURIC OXIDE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antimicrobial. Also known as CAS 21908-53-2. It is regulated in 14 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Canada.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 21908-53-2, 7439-97-6
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Mercury and its compounds, except those special cases included in Annex V
- CAS
- 21908-53-2
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- Mercury and its compounds, except those special cases included in Annex V
- CAS
- 7439-97-6
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas4 regulations
- Chemical name
- Mercury
- CAS
- 7439-97-6
Source: CA AB 2762 (Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act 2020)
- Chemical name
- Mercury
- CAS
- 7439-97-6
Source: MD HB 643 (Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act)
- Chemical name
- Mercury and mercury compounds
- CAS
- 7439-97-6
Source: WA HB 1047 (Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act 2023)
- Chemical name
- Mercury and its compounds
- CAS
- 21908-53-2
- Conditions of use
- Prohibited in cosmetics
Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Mercuric Oxide
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Mercury and its compounds
- CAS
- 7439-97-6
- Max concentration
- 1 ppm
- Product type
- contamination_limit
- Conditions of use
- 1.化粧品防腐劑成分名稱及使用限制表中另有規定者除外。 2.化粧品於製造過程中,如因所需使用原料或其他等因素,且技術上無法 排除,致含自然殘留微量之重金屬汞(水銀)時,則其最終製品中所含不純物重金屬汞(水銀)之殘留量不得超過1ppm。
- Other conditions
- 1.化粧品防腐劑成分名稱及使用限制表中另有規定者除外。 2.化粧品於製造過程中，如因所需使用原料或其他等因素，且技術上無法 排除，致含自然殘留微量之重金屬汞(水銀)時，則其最終製品中所含不純物重金屬汞(水銀)之殘留量不得超過1ppm。
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEANNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for MERCURIC OXIDE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Mercury and its compounds, except those special cases included in Annex V
- CAS
- 21908-53-2
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Mercury and its compounds, except those special cases included in Annex V
- CAS
- 21908-53-2
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Mercury and its compounds, except those special cases included in Annex V
- CAS
- 21908-53-2
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Mercury and its compounds, except those special cases included in Annex V
- CAS
- 21908-53-2
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Mercury and its compounds, except those special cases included in Annex V
- CAS
- 21908-53-2
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Mercury and its compounds, except those special cases included in Annex V
- CAS
- 21908-53-2
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for MERCURIC OXIDE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MERCURIC OXIDE banned in any country?
Yes, MERCURIC OXIDE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom, California, Maryland, Washington. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on MERCURIC OXIDE in cosmetics?
MERCURIC OXIDE is restricted or has conditions of use in Taiwan. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use MERCURIC OXIDE in cosmetics?
MERCURIC OXIDE is regulated in 14 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom, California, Maryland, Washington. It has restrictions in Taiwan. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.
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Check Ingredients FreeThis information is for reference only and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. Regulations change — always verify with official sources and consult a regulatory specialist before exporting cosmetic products. Data sourced from EU COSING, US FDA, Health Canada, MHLW Japan, MFDS Korea, ASEAN ACD, GCC SFDA, TGA Australia, ANVISA Brazil, EAEU TR CU, and Taiwan TFDA.