Alexandrite Powder

INCI: ALEXANDRITE POWDER

CAS Number
1344-28-1 (listed; this CAS corresponds to Aluminum Oxide/Alumina)
Function
Bulking agent, colorant additive in decorative cosmetics
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Alumina is permitted under 21 CFR; if marketed as a colorant, FDA color additive regulations apply

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Chrysoberyl mineral containing beryllium; verify beryllium content is below detectable/safe limits and ensure particle size is controlled with appropriate nano vs. non-nano declaration per EU rules.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

colorant

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexandrite Powder safe in cosmetics?

Chrysoberyl mineral containing beryllium; verify beryllium content is below detectable/safe limits and ensure particle size is controlled with appropriate nano vs. non-nano declaration per EU rules. The EU classifies Alexandrite Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Alexandrite Powder allowed in the EU?

Alexandrite Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Alexandrite Powder do in cosmetics?

Alexandrite Powder functions as: Bulking agent, colorant additive in decorative cosmetics. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1344-28-1 (listed; this CAS corresponds to Aluminum Oxide/Alumina).

What is the Margin of Safety for Alexandrite Powder?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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