Chemical Substance - Borax

NHPID name:
Borax

Reference:
BP

Proper name(s):

Common name(s):

Category:
Approved Chemical Name

Schedule 1:
Mineral

Sub-ingredient(s):
Boron

CAS registry number:
1303-96-4



Additional details

Detail:
This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in topical natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted. Included in the Hotlist for this ingredient under "Restrictions" are (1) the risk statement "Do not use on broken or abraded skin" (required on the PLA (Product Licence Application) form and label), (2) a subpopulation of "children over 3 years of age" and (3) a maximum concentration of 5%.


Roles

Medicinal

Rationale:

Classified as an NHP under Schedule 1, item 7 (a mineral) of the Natural Health Products Regulations.

Reference:  NNHPD
Restrictions:

General

Detail:
This Medicinal Ingredient is specifically for use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) products, and its preparation must comply with the method(s) described in the most current edition of the Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China. Borax should be used orally with caution, as there are concerns that long-term oral use can cause renal dysfunction. The submission of additional safety evidence may be required.

Reference:
NNHPD


Non-medicinal

Purposes:
Alkalizing Agent , PH Adjuster
Restrictions:

General

Detail:
Borax should be used orally with caution, as there are concerns that long-term oral use can cause renal dysfunction. The submission of additional safety evidence may be required.

Reference:
NNHPD