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Expert Verdict
Commercial ammonium carbonate products are mixtures of ammonium bicarbonate and ammonium carbamate; potential irritant at high concentrations but safe for dermal cosmetic use at typical levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ammonium Carbonate safe in cosmetics?
Commercial ammonium carbonate products are mixtures of ammonium bicarbonate and ammonium carbamate; potential irritant at high concentrations but safe for dermal cosmetic use at typical levels. The EU classifies Ammonium Carbonate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ammonium Carbonate allowed in the EU?
Ammonium Carbonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ammonium Carbonate do in cosmetics?
Ammonium Carbonate functions as: Buffering (pH control). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 506-87-6 (diammonium), 10361-29-2 (unspecified), 8000-73-5 (mixture of ammonium bicarbonate + ammonium carbamate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Carbonate?
adequate 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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