mercury
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Mercury is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Mercury and mercury compounds are listed in EU Annex II and are comprehensively banned from all cosmetic products. This prohibition includes metallic mercury, inorganic mercury salts, and organic mercury compounds due to systemic toxicity and environmental persistence.
Known concerns
- EU Annex II banned - comprehensive mercury prohibition in all cosmetic products
- Heavy metal with systemic neurotoxicity and environmental persistence
- No safe concentration threshold established for cosmetic use
References
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.