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Ammonium bromide

CAS 12124-97-9 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

An inorganic bromide salt with old medical use as a sedative. GHS data shows eye irritation and reproductive concerns, so it is rare and cautious in cosmetics.

Skin benefits

  • Used historically as a sedative and salt buffer
  • Provides bromide ions in some formulations

Known concerns

  • GHS H319 eye irritation
  • Possible reproductive toxicity (H360FD historic classifications)
  • Bromism risk with prolonged exposure
  • Limited cosmetic justification

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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