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Nicomethanol Hydrofluoride

CAS 62756-44-9 ·

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

Restricted Annex III/47

Maximum: 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %

Conditions: Product type: Oral products

Required label warning: Contains nicomethanol hydrofluoride For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15% calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. "for adult use only") the following labelling is obligatory: "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor."

Source: EU CosIng — Annex III · checked Oct 17, 2026

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

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NICOMETHANOL HYDROFLUORIDE

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

Is Nicomethanol Hydrofluoride banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Restricted” (EU CosIng — Annex III). The maximum allowed is 0,15% · 0,15%. A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.

Is Nicomethanol Hydrofluoride banned in South Korea?

We found no specific rule for it in Korea's MFDS records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Nicomethanol Hydrofluoride allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is the CAS number of Nicomethanol Hydrofluoride?

CAS 62756-44-9 (from official records).