Banned
Sodium dichromate anhydrate
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
The anhydrous form of sodium dichromate — a hexavalent chromium Category 1B CMR substance banned under EU cosmetics Annex II. Identical hazard profile to the dihydrate; absolutely no cosmetic use.
Skin benefits
- No legitimate cosmetic role
Known concerns
- Cat 1B CMR
- Severe skin sensitiser
- Acute toxicity
- EU Annex II banned
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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