SODIUM SULFIDE
SODIUM SULFIDE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Depilatory. Also known as CAS 1313-82-2. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Canada.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 1313-82-2
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe3 regulations
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- CAS
- 1313-82-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% (as sulphur) (b) 6% (as sulphur)
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) (b) Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- (a)Alkali sulphides
- Max concentration
- (a)2 % (as sulphur)
- Product type
- (a)Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- Max: (a)2 % (as sulphur) (a) (b)Keep out of reach of childrenAvoid contact with eyes
- Other conditions
- pH ≤ 12,7
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- (b)Alkaline earth sulphides
- Max concentration
- (b)6 % (as sulphur)
- Product type
- (b)Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- Max: (b)6 % (as sulphur) (a) (b)Keep out of reach of childrenAvoid contact with eyes
- Other conditions
- pH ≤ 12,7
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Alkali sulfides
- CAS
- 1313-82-2
- Max concentration
- 2% as sulfur
- Conditions of use
- In hair removal (depilatory) products
Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Sodium Sulfide
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% calculated as sulphur (b) 6% calculated as sulphur
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) and (b): pH ≤ 12.7 | Label: (a) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes (b) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% calculated as sulphur (b) 6% calculated as sulphur
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) and (b): pH ≤ 12.7 | Label: (a) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes (b) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% calculated as sulphur (b) 6% calculated as sulphur
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) and (b): pH ≤ 12.7 | Label: (a) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes (b) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% calculated as sulphur (b) 6% calculated as sulphur
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) and (b): pH ≤ 12.7 | Label: (a) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes (b) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% calculated as sulphur (b) 6% calculated as sulphur
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) and (b): pH ≤ 12.7 | Label: (a) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes (b) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% calculated as sulphur (b) 6% calculated as sulphur
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) and (b): pH ≤ 12.7 | Label: (a) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes (b) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- CAS
- 1313-82-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% (as sulphur) (b) 6% (as sulphur)
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) (b) Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- CAS
- 1313-82-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% (as sulphur) (b) 6% (as sulphur)
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) (b) Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- CAS
- 1313-82-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% (as sulphur) (b) 6% (as sulphur)
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) (b) Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- CAS
- 1313-82-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% (as sulphur) (b) 6% (as sulphur)
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) (b) Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- CAS
- 1313-82-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% (as sulphur) (b) 6% (as sulphur)
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) (b) Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- (a) Alkali sulphides (b) Alkaline earth sulphides
- CAS
- 1313-82-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 2% (as sulphur) (b) 6% (as sulphur)
- Product type
- (a) Depilatories (b) Depilatories
- Conditions of use
- (a) (b) Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for SODIUM SULFIDE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SODIUM SULFIDE banned in any country?
Yes, SODIUM SULFIDE is banned in South Korea. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on SODIUM SULFIDE in cosmetics?
SODIUM SULFIDE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, 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 SODIUM SULFIDE in cosmetics?
SODIUM SULFIDE is regulated in 16 markets. It is banned in South Korea. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, 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.