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Active Ingredient

Potassium monofluorophosphate

CAS 14104-28-0 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A well-established fluoride source used in toothpastes and mouthwashes for cavity prevention. EU-permitted within strict fluoride caps; safe in oral care at recommended use levels but not for swallowing.

Skin benefits

  • Effective anticaries fluoride source
  • Long history of safe oral-care use
  • Allows controlled fluoride release
  • EU-permitted within concentration limits

Known concerns

  • Toxic if swallowed in significant quantities
  • Risk of dental fluorosis with overuse in children
  • Limited dermal cosmetic application
  • Strict EU concentration caps

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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