Using Carbamide Peroxide 44% for teeth whitening
Asked by: pvrando152009
On: September 16, 2021
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Answered
Question
Can Carbamide Peroxide (44%) be applied directly to teeth?
Answer
Carbamide Peroxide 44%
Regarding the use of Carbamide Peroxide 44% directly on teeth, based on the information available for similar products:
- A high concentration like 95% Carbamide Peroxide (Solid) cannot be used directly and must be diluted to a concentration of no more than 17% for use in teeth whitening products.
- A lower concentration product, such as Carbamide Peroxide (Gel, 25% Carbamide Peroxide), is formulated as a gel that can be applied to teeth for 20-30 minutes.
Given that a 95% concentration requires significant dilution, a 44% concentration is also likely too high for direct application and would need to be diluted or formulated into a product with a lower, safe concentration before use on teeth. Always check the recommended usage rate and guidelines, especially those from regulatory bodies like the FDA, before using teeth whitening products.