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Calcium chromate

CAS 13765-19-0
3

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Calcium Chromate is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Calcium chromate is a hexavalent chromium (Cr-VI) compound classified as a confirmed human carcinogen (H350), germ cell mutagen (H340), and reproductive toxicant (H360). It presents acute toxicity (H302, H301), skin corrosion (H314), respiratory sensitization (H334), and aquatic toxicity (H400, H410). Hexavalent chromium compounds are prohibited from cosmetic products under EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 and heavily restricted under REACH.

Known concerns

  • Confirmed carcinogen (H350)
  • Germ cell mutagen (H340)
  • Reproductive toxicity (H360)
  • Acute oral toxicity (H302, H301)
  • Skin corrosion (H314)
  • Respiratory sensitization (H334)
  • Banned from cosmetic products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.