SILVER

RestrictedCAS 7440-22-48 regulations across 8 markets

SILVER is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Colorant. Also known as CAS 7440-22-4. It is regulated in 8 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.

Also Known As

CAS Number
7440-22-4

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil1
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe1 regulation
European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #379
Chemical name
Silver (powder) [100 nm < particle diameter < 1 mm]
CAS
7440-22-4
Max concentration
For (a) and (b): 0,05 %
Product type
(a) Toothpaste (b) Mouthwash

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

Americas1 regulation
BrazilRestrictedAnnex RDC_628 #CI_77820
Product type
products_in_general
Conditions of use
Application fields: products_in_general
Color Index
CI 77820

Source: ANVISA RDC 628

East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for SILVER in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for SILVER in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex III #379
Chemical name
Silver (powder) [100 nm < particle diameter < 1 mm]
CAS
7440-22-4
Max concentration
For (a) and (b): 0,05 %
Product type
(a) Toothpaste (b) Mouthwash

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #379
Chemical name
Silver (powder) [100 nm < particle diameter < 1 mm]
CAS
7440-22-4
Max concentration
For (a) and (b): 0,05 %
Product type
(a) Toothpaste (b) Mouthwash

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #379
Chemical name
Silver (powder) [100 nm < particle diameter < 1 mm]
CAS
7440-22-4
Max concentration
For (a) and (b): 0,05 %
Product type
(a) Toothpaste (b) Mouthwash

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #379
Chemical name
Silver (powder) [100 nm < particle diameter < 1 mm]
CAS
7440-22-4
Max concentration
For (a) and (b): 0,05 %
Product type
(a) Toothpaste (b) Mouthwash

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #379
Chemical name
Silver (powder) [100 nm < particle diameter < 1 mm]
CAS
7440-22-4
Max concentration
For (a) and (b): 0,05 %
Product type
(a) Toothpaste (b) Mouthwash

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #379
Chemical name
Silver (powder) [100 nm < particle diameter < 1 mm]
CAS
7440-22-4
Max concentration
For (a) and (b): 0,05 %
Product type
(a) Toothpaste (b) Mouthwash

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for SILVER in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SILVER banned in any country?

SILVER 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 SILVER in cosmetics?

SILVER is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use SILVER in cosmetics?

SILVER is regulated in 8 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.

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This 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.