Aluminum Hydroxide Oxide

INCI: ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE OXIDE

CAS Number
1318-23-6 (Boehmite, γ-AlOOH)
Function
Abrasive, absorbent, opacifying agent, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Covered under the CIR safety assessment framework for alumina/aluminum hydroxide. CIR concluded alumina and aluminum hydroxide are safe in the present practices of use and concentration.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Inhalation of fine particles should be avoided; products should be formulated to be non-respirable.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aluminum Hydroxide Oxide safe in cosmetics?

Inhalation of fine particles should be avoided; products should be formulated to be non-respirable. The EU classifies Aluminum Hydroxide Oxide as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Aluminum Hydroxide Oxide allowed in the EU?

Aluminum Hydroxide Oxide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Aluminum Hydroxide Oxide do in cosmetics?

Aluminum Hydroxide Oxide functions as: Abrasive, absorbent, opacifying agent, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1318-23-6 (Boehmite, γ-AlOOH).

What is the Margin of Safety for Aluminum Hydroxide Oxide?

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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