Sodium Phosphate

Sodium Phosphate molecular structurePubChem

5+ year old children • Skin contact product

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Is this kid-friendly to use Sodium Phosphate?

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YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Sodium Phosphate is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children when used in topical products. Kids may have different tolerance levels.

ℹ️General Overview

For children (5+ years old) Sodium Phosphate in skin products is generally safe and not linked to cancer or growth problems. The biggest issue to watch for is mild irritation (redness, stinging, or eye irritation).

✅What to Do

Before regular use, try a small patch on the inside of the child’s forearm and wait 24 hours. Use products as directed and avoid putting them on broken or sore skin and keep away from the eyes. If the child gets redness, itching, or swelling, stop use and rinse with water. For strong reactions or breathing trouble, get medical help right away. Keep products out of reach of younger children.

⚠️Warnings

There is a low-level irritation concern noted by safety reviewers (possible skin/eye/lung irritation). Also, regulatory sources list it as safe for limited uses and not expected to be toxic (FDA and Environment Canada). Avoid use on open cuts or raw skin and watch for any rash or eye irritation; these are the main things parents should watch for.

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Irritant: A cosmetics safety review flagged that sodium phosphate can cause skin, eye or lung irritation, though the available studies were not fully assessed. That means it can cause redness, stinging, itching or mild breathing irritation — especially on broken, inflamed, or very sensitive baby skin (Cosmetic Ingredient Review).

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Alternative Names for Sodium Phosphate

This ingredient may also be listed as:

SODIUM PHOSPHATE, 0.5M BUFFER SOLUTION, PH 9.5SODIUM PHOSPHATE MONOBASIC, SAJ FIRST GRADE, 98.0-101.0%UNII-SE337SVY37 COMPONENT AJPJDKMHJJGVTQ-UHFFFAOYSA-MSODIUM PHOSPHATE MONOBASIC, SAJ SPECIAL GRADE, 99.0-101.0%SODIUM PHOSPHATE MONOBASIC, 99.999% TRACE METALS BASIS2-METHYL-3-(PYRIDIN-4-YLMETHYL)QUINAZOLIN-4(3H)-ONEUNII-3980JIH2SW COMPONENT AJPJDKMHJJGVTQ-UHFFFAOYSA-MSODIUM PHOSPHATE MONOBASIC, BIOPERFORMANCE CERTIFIED, SUITABLE FOR CELL CULTURE, SUITABLE FOR INSECT CELL CULTURE, SUITABLE FOR PLANT CELL CULTURE, >=99.0% (TITRATION)SODIUM PHOSPHATE MONOBASIC SOLUTION, BIOULTRA, 5 M IN H2OSODIUM PHOSPHATE MONOBASIC, REAGENTPLUS(R), >=99.0%

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Common Questions About Sodium Phosphate

Is this kid-friendly to use Sodium Phosphate?

Yes, Sodium Phosphate is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.

What are the irritant risks of Sodium Phosphate for children?

Can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin.

What products contain Sodium Phosphate?

Sodium Phosphate is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can kids start using products with Sodium Phosphate?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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