Sodium Sulfite

5+ year old childrenSkin contact product

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Is this kid-friendly to use Sodium Sulfite?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 3 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Sodium Sulfite 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 and older (school-age kids), sodium sulfite on the skin is generally considered low risk when it’s used in properly formulated products. However, some kids with sensitive skin may get irritation or an allergic reaction.

What to Do

If you’re using a product that lists sodium sulfite: use products made for children when possible; do a small patch test on the arm and wait 24 hours before wider use; do not put it on broken or inflamed skin; stop use right away if you see redness, itching, swelling or any breathing trouble; prefer products that avoid this ingredient if your child has known sensitivity.

⚠️Warnings

Regulatory and industry sources note limits and restrictions on cosmetic use (for example, the EU cosmetics rules) and industry safety reviewers flag data gaps and concentration limits (Cosmetic Ingredient Review). There is also limited evidence of allergic reactions or immune effects (listed in medical literature). If your child has asthma, known sulfite sensitivity, or develops rash, swelling, or trouble breathing after use, avoid this ingredient and seek medical care.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Banned: This ingredient is restricted or not allowed for use in some countries' cosmetics. A regional cosmetics regulation specifically limits or forbids its use in cosmetic products, and an industry safety review group recommends strict limits on concentration, impurities, product types and manufacturing methods because of data gaps. Because of those legal and industry limits, some safety programs and baby products avoid this ingredient.

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Alternative Names for Sodium Sulfite

This ingredient may also be listed as:

sodium sulfiteSULFUROUS ACID, SODIUM SALT (1:2)UNII-VTK01UQK3GSULFTECHNA2SO3Q407806DISODIUM;SULFITEEXSICCATED SODIUM SULFITEMFCD00003503VTK01UQK3GSODIUM SULFITE [NF]

Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.

Products Containing Sodium Sulfite

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Sodium Sulfite or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Sodium Sulfite

Is this kid-friendly to use Sodium Sulfite?

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

What are the banned risks of Sodium Sulfite for children?

Banned or heavily restricted in one or more countries.

What products contain Sodium Sulfite?

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

When can kids start using products with Sodium Sulfite?

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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