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Nickel telluride

CAS 12142-88-0
8

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

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

Nickel telluride is an inorganic nickel compound classified for skin sensitization (H317) and carcinogenicity (H350i, H350). It is subject to EU REACH Annex XVII restriction limiting nickel and nickel compounds to 0.1% in articles intended for prolonged or repeated skin contact.

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.