STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE
STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Buffering. Also known as CAS 18480-07-4. It is regulated in 15 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 1311-10-0, 18480-07-4
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- CAS
- 18480-07-4
- Max concentration
- 3.5% (as strontium)
- Product type
- pH-adjuster for depilatories
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with the eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- CAS
- 18480-07-4
- Max concentration
- 3,5 % (as strontium)
- Product type
- pH adjuster for depilatories
- Conditions of use
- Max: 3,5 % (as strontium) 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
- Hidróxido de estrôncio
- Max concentration
- 3,5% calculado como estrôncio Até pH 12,7.
- Product type
- Para ajuste de pH em depilatórios.
- Conditions of use
- Application: Para ajuste de pH em depilatórios. | Warnings: - Manter fora do alcance das crianças. - Evitar contato com os olhos.
Source: ANVISA RDC 530
East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- Max concentration
- 3.5% calculated as strontium
- Product type
- pH regulator in depilatory products
- Conditions of use
- pH < 12.7 | Label: • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with the eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- Max concentration
- 3.5% calculated as strontium
- Product type
- pH regulator in depilatory products
- Conditions of use
- pH < 12.7 | Label: • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with the eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- Max concentration
- 3.5% calculated as strontium
- Product type
- pH regulator in depilatory products
- Conditions of use
- pH < 12.7 | Label: • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with the eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- Max concentration
- 3.5% calculated as strontium
- Product type
- pH regulator in depilatory products
- Conditions of use
- pH < 12.7 | Label: • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with the eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- Max concentration
- 3.5% calculated as strontium
- Product type
- pH regulator in depilatory products
- Conditions of use
- pH < 12.7 | Label: • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with the eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- Max concentration
- 3.5% calculated as strontium
- Product type
- pH regulator in depilatory products
- Conditions of use
- pH < 12.7 | Label: • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with the eyes
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- CAS
- 18480-07-4
- Max concentration
- 3.5% (as strontium)
- Product type
- pH-adjuster for depilatories
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with the eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- CAS
- 18480-07-4
- Max concentration
- 3.5% (as strontium)
- Product type
- pH-adjuster for depilatories
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with the eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- CAS
- 18480-07-4
- Max concentration
- 3.5% (as strontium)
- Product type
- pH-adjuster for depilatories
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with the eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- CAS
- 18480-07-4
- Max concentration
- 3.5% (as strontium)
- Product type
- pH-adjuster for depilatories
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with the eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- CAS
- 18480-07-4
- Max concentration
- 3.5% (as strontium)
- Product type
- pH-adjuster for depilatories
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with the eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Strontium hydroxide
- CAS
- 18480-07-4
- Max concentration
- 3.5% (as strontium)
- Product type
- pH-adjuster for depilatories
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with the eyes
- Other conditions
- pH
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE banned in any country?
STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE 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 STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE in cosmetics?
STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, 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 STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE in cosmetics?
STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE is regulated in 15 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, 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.