SODIUM CHLORATE is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-SAFETY-.
SODIUM CHLORATE
Safety grade: C
Sodium chlorate is a salt-based chemical compound that acts as a strong oxidizing agent. It helps break down odor-causing bacteria and neutralize unpleasant smells in deodorant products.
This ingredient works as a deodorant by oxidizing and neutralizing odor-causing compounds, while also having antimicrobial properties that help reduce bacteria responsible for body odor.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to SODIUM CHLORATE
- ALUMINUM SESQUICHLOROHYDRATE — Grade A. Aluminum salt that neutralizes odor through antimicrobial action on odor-causing bacteria.
- ZINC RICINOLEATE — Grade A. Zinc compound that absorbs moisture and eliminates odors through antimicrobial properties.
- SALVIA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT — Grade A. Sage extract with documented antimicrobial and astringent properties that reduce body odor.
Other Deodorant ingredients
- LIMONENE — Grade C
- LINALOOL — Grade C**
- ALUMINUM CHLOROHYDRATE — Grade C
- SODIUM BICARBONATE — Grade A
- CETYLPYRIDINIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A
- ZINC GLUCONATE — Grade B