UREA PEROXIDE is graded D (High Concern) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-SAFETY-.
UREA PEROXIDE
Safety grade: D
Urea peroxide is a stable compound that slowly releases hydrogen peroxide when mixed with water or applied to skin. It's a gentler, longer-lasting form of the same active ingredient found in many teeth whitening and cleaning products.
This ingredient acts as a mild bleaching and disinfecting agent that helps brighten teeth, remove stains, and cleanse the skin by gently oxidizing surface discoloration and bacteria.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- EU COSING — Restricted
- Health Canada — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to UREA PEROXIDE
- HYDROGEN PEROXIDE — Grade C**. Mild oxidising bleaching agent for teeth whitening and stain removal.
- BENZOYL PEROXIDE — Grade C. Oxidising agent for bleaching and disinfecting in skincare formulations.
- SODIUM CARBONATE PEROXIDE — Grade C. Mild oxidising peroxide compound for gentle bleaching and disinfection.
Other Oxidising ingredients
- AMMONIUM PERSULFATE — Grade A**
- SODIUM CHLORITE — Grade A**
- CALCIUM PEROXIDE — Grade D
- POTASSIUM CAROATE — Grade A
- POTASSIUM CHLORATE — Grade C
- PHTHALIMIDOPEROXYCAPROIC ACID — Grade A