Is Activated Clay safe in cosmetics?
Activated Clay has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Activated Clay
INCI: ACTIVATED CLAY
Activated Clay (CAS Not specifically assigned (compositionally variable mineral mixture)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Absorbent, Viscosity Controlling. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (compositionally variable mineral mixture)
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Function
Absorbent, Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not restricted; CIR reviewed naturally-sourced clays and found safe as used with caveats on inhalation
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Activated Clay.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Activated Clay.
Regulatory Flags
natural-origin
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Activated Clay allowed in the EU?
Activated Clay EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Activated Clay do in cosmetics?
Activated Clay functions as: Absorbent, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (compositionally variable mineral mixture).
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