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Official EU label nameGlossary entry 4941

CALCIUM HYDROXIDE

This record confirms an official common ingredient name for EU cosmetic product labelling. It does not by itself confirm that the substance is permitted, unrestricted or safe.

Global evidence snapshot

The resolved identity has matching regulatory evidence in 7 of 13 indexed market datasets: 6 country records and 1 EU Annex records. Every result and evidence gap is listed below.

7 markets with evidence
Markets checked
13
Markets with evidence
7
Evidence gaps
6
Resolved identifiers
2

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Resolved substance identity

CAS:1305-62-0
EC:215-137-3
Ingredient index records:
CALCIUM HYDROXIDE
Ph. Eur. name: calcii hydroxidum
Cosmetic functions: BUFFERING

Calcium dihydroxide

Inventory restriction note: III/15c

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7 matched or reported names
CALCIUM HYDROXIDEcalcium hydroxidecalcii hydroxidumCalcium hydroxideCalcium hydroxide Calcium hydroxide CAS No 1305-62-0칼슘하이드록사이드Calcium hydroxide (CAS No. 1305-62-0)

Regulatory evidence in all 13 markets

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MarketResultRecordsDatasetMeaning / next action
European Union
EU
Restricted1Open record 1
Complete annex dataset
Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 consolidated to 1 May 2026
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Great Britain
GB
Restricted1Open record 1
Complete consolidated annex dataset
GB retained Regulation 1223/2009 schedules, effective 15 August 2026
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Canada
CA
No local match0
Complete Hotlist snapshot
Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist, 13 August 2025
The Hotlist is an administrative compliance tool, not an exhaustive safety approval list.
New Zealand
NZ
Restricted1Open record 1
Complete schedules dataset
Cosmetic Products Group Standard schedules effective 1 January 2026
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ASEAN
ASEAN
Restricted1Open record 1
Complete regional annex dataset
ASEAN Cosmetic Directive annexes 2026-1, 22 June 2026
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China
CN
No local match0
Complete prohibited catalogues plus official-source workflow
NMPA 2021 banned catalogues plus dynamic IECIC List I/List II system current since 2025
IECIC listing is not blanket approval; absence may require the new cosmetic ingredient route, and restrictions are checked separately.
Japan
JP
No local match0
Complete Standards appendices dataset
MHLW Standards for Cosmetics official English source and Japanese amendments checked for the imported snapshot
The Japanese text and subsequent notices are canonical; no local match is not a product-compliance conclusion.
South Korea
KR
Restricted1Open record 1
Complete current appendix dataset
MFDS Notice 2026-19, effective 18 March 2026
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United States
US
No local match0
Complete enumerated federal ingredient rules
eCFR Title 21 issue date 27 August 2026
FDA has no general approved-cosmetic-ingredient catalogue; absence from these sections is not approval or proof of safety.
Australia
AU
No local match0
Complete cosmetic-relevant Poisons Standard subset plus official workflow
Therapeutic Goods (Poisons Standard—June 2026) Instrument 2026
An AICIS Inventory match is not cosmetic approval; no Inventory match can indicate a new, exempted, reported or confidential introduction.
Brazil
BR
No local match0
Complete prohibited dataset plus current restricted-list workflow
ANVISA RDC 1.029/2026 and RDC 1.030/2026, published 15 June 2026
RDC 1.030/2026 amends rather than replaces the prohibited baseline, and the second restricted-list revision was still under consultation in July 2026.
India
IN
Restricted1Open record 1
Complete current Part 2 dataset plus official workflow for Parts 1, 3 and 4
Cosmetics Rules 2020 plus current BIS IS 4707 parts (1:2020, 2:2025, 3:2025, 4:2022)
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Saudi Arabia
SA
Restricted1Open record 1
Complete official list index
SFDA live prohibited/restricted lists, snapshot 30 August 2026
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No market rows match this filter.

Matching market records and conditions

Exact Annex II–VI evidence

Annex IIIentry 15c
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CALCIUM HYDROXIDE

Product scope: (a) Hair straighteners containing two components: calcium hydroxide and a guanidine salt (b) pH ajuster for depilatories (c) Other uses (e.g. pH adjuster, processing aid)

Maximum concentration: (a) 7% (as calcium hydroxide)

Restrictions: (b) pH < 12.7 (c) pH < 11

Warnings: (a) Contains alkali Avoid contact with eyes Keep out of reach of children Can cause blindness (b) Contains alkali Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with eyes

Chemical identity and properties

PubChem 2D chemical structure for CAS 1305-62-0
CAS 1305-62-0PubChem CID 6093208

Calcium Hydroxide

Calcium dihydroxide is a calcium hydroxide. It has a role as an astringent. — ChEBI

IUPAC name
calcium dihydroxide
Molecular formula
CaH2O2
Molecular weight
74.09 g/mol
Exact mass
73.9680702 Da
Topological polar surface area
2.0 Ų
Hydrogen-bond donors
2
Hydrogen-bond acceptors
2
Covalent units
3
Defined stereocentres
0

Also known as

Slaked limeHydrated limeLime hydrateCalcium hydrateLime waterCalcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2)HydralimeSlaked-lime
16 more reported names
Lime milkCalcarea causticaINS NO.526PF5DZW74VNE-526CHEBI:31341Hydroxide, Calcium215-137-3O2 PatchRefChem:54625KO2, Ca(OH)2CHEBI:35150620-122-3Bell mineBiocalcCalbit
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External database identifiers

Evidence from additional scientific databases

NIH PubChem PUG-View
Exact identifier match6093208

Attributed physical-property, hazard, environmental and use annotations.

  • Autoignition Temperature: Not flammable (USCG, 1999) Source: CAMEO Chemicals
  • First Aid: Excerpt from NIOSH Pocket Guide for Calcium hydroxide:; Eye: IRRIGATE IMMEDIATELY - If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.; Skin: SOAP FLUSH IMMEDIATELY - If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately flush the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water. If irritation persists after washing, get medical attention.; Breathing: RESPIRATORY SUPPORT - If a person breathes large amounts of this chemical, move the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get medical attention as soon as possible.; Swallow: MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY - If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately. (NIOSH, 2024) Source: CAMEO Chemicals
  • First Aid: (General first aid procedures); Eye: Irrigate immediately - If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.; Skin: Soap flush immediately - If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately flush the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water. If irritation persists after washing, get medical attention.; Breathing: Respiratory support; Swallow: Medical attention immediately - If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately. Source: The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
  • Note: This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 0.4% (28 of 6644) of reports. Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • Signal: Danger Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • GHS Hazard Statements: H314 (22.4%): Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]; H315 (45.3%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]; H318 (76.9%): Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]; H335 (38.9%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation] Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • Precautionary Statement Codes: P260, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P352, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P317, P319, P321, P332+P317, P362+P364, P363, P403+P233, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement) Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • ECHA C&L Notifications Summary: Aggregated GHS information provided per 6644 reports by companies from 59 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.; Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria per 28 of 6644 reports by companies.; There are 56 notifications provided by 6616 of 6644 reports by companies with hazard statement code(s).; Information may vary between notifications depending on impurities, additives, and other factors. The percentage value in parenthesis indicates the notified classification ratio from companies that provide hazard codes. Only hazard codes with percentage values above 10% are shown. For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website. Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • GHS Hazard Statements: Not Classified; Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 1 of 1 companies. For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website. Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • Signal: Danger Source: NITE-CMC
  • GHS Hazard Statements: H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]; H318: Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]; H370: Causes damage to organs [Danger Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure] Source: NITE-CMC
  • Precautionary Statement Codes: P260, P264, P264+P265, P270, P280, P302+P352, P305+P354+P338, P308+P316, P317, P321, P332+P317, P362+P364, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement) Source: NITE-CMC
  • GHS Hazard Statements: H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]; H318: Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]; H370: Causes damage to organs [Danger Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure]; H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure] Source: NITE-CMC
  • Precautionary Statement Codes: P260, P264, P264+P265, P270, P280, P302+P352, P305+P354+P338, P308+P316, P317, P319, P321, P332+P317, P362+P364, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement) Source: NITE-CMC
  • Signal: Danger Source: Hazardous Chemical Information System (HCIS), Safe Work Australia
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review Conclusion: The CIR Expert Panel concluded that ... Calcium Hydroxide is safe in hair straighteners and depilatories under conditions of recommended use; users should minimize skin contact. These ingredients are safe for all other present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be nonirritating. Source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR)
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review Finding(s): Safe for use in cosmetics, with qualifications Source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR)
  • Environmental Fate: Aquatic Fate: Aquatic toxicity is the function of an alkalinity effect. Addition of lime to soft water lakes has increased biological activity, possibly by providing a carbon dioxide reservoir. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Environmental Fate: Calcium hydroxide does not degrade by photooxidation; it is neutralized by absorption of atmospheric carbon dioxide. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Consumer Uses: Chemical reaction regulator; pH regulating agent; Other; Lubricating agent; Adhesion/cohesion promoter; Flocculating agent; Heat stabilizer; Intermediate; Reducing agent; Soil amendments (fertilizers); Filler; Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable; Absorbent Source: EPA Chemical Data Reporting (CDR)
  • Industry Uses: Other; Binder; Lubricating agent; Processing aids not otherwise specified; Chemical reaction regulator; Fuel agents; pH regulating agent; Fuel; Antioxidant; Flux agent; Absorbent; Dehydrating agent (desiccant); Sealant (barrier); Reducing agent; Stabilizing agent; Flow promoter; Catalyst; Filler; Diluent; Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable; Corrosion inhibitor; Soil amendments (fertilizers); Solids separation (precipitating) agent, not otherwise specified; Hardener; Flocculating agent; Adhesion/cohesion promoter; Processing aids, specific to petroleum production; Intermediate; Softener and conditioner; Oxidizing agent; Adsorbent Source: EPA Chemical Data Reporting (CDR)
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review Link: CIR ingredient: Calcium Hydroxide Source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR)
  • Sources/Uses: Used in mortar, plaster, cement, lubricants, drilling fluids, paper pulp, and water treatment; also used to dehair hides; [ACGIH] Used in pesticides, fireproofing coatings, water-based paints, SBR rubber vulcanization, binding and paving materials, soil treatments, brewing manufacture, dental cements, petrochemicals, as chemical intermediate, buffering agent for metals, pearls, and celluloid, disinfectant, food additive, for ammonia recovery in gas manufacture, purification of sugar juices, to preserve eggs and apples during storage, in cattle feeds, and veterinary medicine; [HSDB] Used as both an inert and active ingredient (microbiocide/microbiostat) in pesticide products; [EPA REDs] Used as a nutritional supplement, pH control agent, firming agent, and processing aid for foods; [FDA] Source: Haz-Map, Information on Hazardous Chemicals and Occupational Diseases
  • Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: Petroleum Production and Refining [Category: Industry]; Pulp and Paper Processing [Category: Industry]; Painting (Pigments, Binders, and Biocides) [Category: Paint]; Using Disinfectants or Biocides [Category: Clean]; Farming (Pesticides) [Category: Industry]; Sewer and Wastewater Treatment [Category: Industry]; Leather Tanning and Processing [Category: Industry]; Cement Producing [Category: Industry]; Farming (Feed Additives) [Category: Industry] Source: Haz-Map, Information on Hazardous Chemicals and Occupational Diseases
  • Uses: For calcium hydroxide (USEPA/OPP Pesticide Code: 075601) ACTIVE products with label matches. /SRP: Registered for use in the USA but approved pesticide uses may change periodically and so federal, state and local authorities must be consulted for currently approved uses./ Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Uses: In mortar, plaster, cement and other binding and paving materials; in lubricants, drilling fluid, pesticides, fireproofing coatings, water paint; as egg preservative; manufacture of paper pulp; in SBR rubber vulcanization; in water treatment; as absorbant for carbon dioxide; dehairing hides. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Uses: Chem int in chlorohydrin process for propylene oxide /former use/; chem int for calcium hypochlorite, bleaching powder, and the fungicide, lime-sulfur spray; flux in iron and steel mfr; soil treatment for acidic soils; water softening agent; stabilization of soils for road base; component of sand-lime bricks and blocks; component of masonary mortar; water correcting agent in brewing mfr; component of dental cement; buffering agent for metals, pearls and celluloid. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Uses: Calcium salts, causticizing soda, depilatory, whitewash, soil conditioner, ammonia recovery in gas manufacturing, disinfectant, water softening, purification of sugar juices, petrochemicals, food additive as buffer and neutralizing agent, shell-forming agent (poultry) Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Uses: For more Uses (Complete) data for CALCIUM HYDROXIDE (13 total), please visit the HSDB record page. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

Mapped by: Existing checksum-valid CAS to unique PubChem CID match. Retrieved: 2026-08-31. Open source record

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ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards

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Japan NITE-CHRIP

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NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards

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Official source and scope

Imported from Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2025/1175 (dataset version EU 2025/1175). The glossary supplies common ingredient names for the ingredient list required by Article 19(1)(g); it is not an approval or safety list.

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