POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE
RestrictedCAS 16871-90-215 regulations across 15 markets
POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antiplaque. Also known as CAS 16871-90-2. It is regulated in 15 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 16871-90-2
Market Overview — 29 Markets
European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan1
Australia
Singapore1
Malaysia1
Thailand1
Indonesia1
Vietnam1
Philippines1
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
European UnionRestricted
- Chemical name
- Potassium Fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %
- Product type
- Oral products
- Conditions of use
- Contains potassium fluorosilicate For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15% calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. "for adult use only") the following labelling is obligatory: "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor."
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
United KingdomRestricted
- Chemical name
- Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %
- Product type
- Oral products
- Conditions of use
- Max: 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 % Contains potassium fluorosilicate. For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0,1 to 0,15 % calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. ‘ for adult use only ’ ) the following labelling is obligatory: Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
TaiwanRestricted
- Chemical name
- Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0.15%(以F計)
- Product type
- Oral products
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeRestricted
- Chemical name
- Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate / Potassium fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0.15 %calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15%
- Product type
- (a) Oral hygiene products (except mouthwash) (b) Mouthwash
- Conditions of use
- (a) & (b) Contains potassium fluorosilicate (a) "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor." (12) (b) only Do not use for children below 6 years of age
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
MalaysiaRestricted
- Chemical name
- Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate / Potassium fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0.15 %calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15%
- Product type
- (a) Oral hygiene products (except mouthwash) (b) Mouthwash
- Conditions of use
- (a) & (b) Contains potassium fluorosilicate (a) "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor." (12) (b) only Do not use for children below 6 years of age
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
ThailandRestricted
- Chemical name
- Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate / Potassium fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0.15 %calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15%
- Product type
- (a) Oral hygiene products (except mouthwash) (b) Mouthwash
- Conditions of use
- (a) & (b) Contains potassium fluorosilicate (a) "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor." (12) (b) only Do not use for children below 6 years of age
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
IndonesiaRestricted
- Chemical name
- Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate / Potassium fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0.15 %calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15%
- Product type
- (a) Oral hygiene products (except mouthwash) (b) Mouthwash
- Conditions of use
- (a) & (b) Contains potassium fluorosilicate (a) "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor." (12) (b) only Do not use for children below 6 years of age
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
VietnamRestricted
- Chemical name
- Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate / Potassium fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0.15 %calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15%
- Product type
- (a) Oral hygiene products (except mouthwash) (b) Mouthwash
- Conditions of use
- (a) & (b) Contains potassium fluorosilicate (a) "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor." (12) (b) only Do not use for children below 6 years of age
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
PhilippinesRestricted
- Chemical name
- Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate / Potassium fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0.15 %calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15%
- Product type
- (a) Oral hygiene products (except mouthwash) (b) Mouthwash
- Conditions of use
- (a) & (b) Contains potassium fluorosilicate (a) "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor." (12) (b) only Do not use for children below 6 years of age
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
UAERestricted
- Chemical name
- Potassium Fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %
- Product type
- Oral products
- Conditions of use
- Contains potassium fluorosilicate For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15% calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. "for adult use only") the following labelling is obligatory: "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor."
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
Saudi ArabiaRestricted
- Chemical name
- Potassium Fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %
- Product type
- Oral products
- Conditions of use
- Contains potassium fluorosilicate For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15% calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. "for adult use only") the following labelling is obligatory: "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor."
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
QatarRestricted
- Chemical name
- Potassium Fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %
- Product type
- Oral products
- Conditions of use
- Contains potassium fluorosilicate For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15% calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. "for adult use only") the following labelling is obligatory: "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor."
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
OmanRestricted
- Chemical name
- Potassium Fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %
- Product type
- Oral products
- Conditions of use
- Contains potassium fluorosilicate For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15% calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. "for adult use only") the following labelling is obligatory: "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor."
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
KuwaitRestricted
- Chemical name
- Potassium Fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %
- Product type
- Oral products
- Conditions of use
- Contains potassium fluorosilicate For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15% calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. "for adult use only") the following labelling is obligatory: "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor."
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
BahrainRestricted
- Chemical name
- Potassium Fluorosilicate
- CAS
- 16871-90-2
- Max concentration
- 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %
- Product type
- Oral products
- Conditions of use
- Contains potassium fluorosilicate For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15% calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. "for adult use only") the following labelling is obligatory: "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor."
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE banned in any country?
POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE is not banned in any of the 26 markets tracked by Formpli. However, it may be subject to restrictions or conditions of use in some markets.
What are the restrictions on POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE in cosmetics?
POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE in cosmetics?
POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE is regulated in 15 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. 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.