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Nickel selenide

CAS 1314-05-2
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Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Nickel Selenide is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Nickel selenide is an inorganic nickel compound classified with skin sensitization (H317) and carcinogenic (H350i) hazard statements. It falls under EU REACH restrictions for nickel compounds in articles for direct prolonged skin contact, limiting content to 0.1%.

Known concerns

  • EU Annex I restricted inorganic nickel compound - nickel and nickel compounds
  • Carcinogenic (H350i) - nickel compounds are CLP classified carcinogens
  • Skin sensitizer (H317)
  • REACH Annex XVII: max 0.1% nickel in articles for prolonged skin contact

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.