INCI name

SODIUM MONOFLUOROPHOSPHATE

Sodium monofluorophosphate

A fluoride source used in toothpastes.

What it is

Sodium monofluorophosphate releases fluoride and is used in oral care for its anticaries role. Fluoride compounds are restricted in EU cosmetics.

Where it is used

Found in toothpastes.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Fluoride compounds are subject to a maximum total fluorine content and labelling requirements in the EU; see the EU regulation section.

Functions

Antiplaque
Helping protect against plaque.
Oral care
Providing cosmetic effects to the oral cavity, e.g. cleansing, deodorising, protecting.

EU regulation

EU · Annex III, entry 27Sodium monofluorophosphate
Product type
Oral products
Maximum concentration
0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15%
Conditions and warnings
Contains sodium monofluorophosphate 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."
As of
3 November 2026 · (EC) 2013/344

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