Is Argilla safe in cosmetics?
Argilla has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Excellent
Cosmetic Ingredient
Argilla
Also known as: Smectite-group minerals
INCI: ARGILLA
Argilla (CAS 12199-37-0) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Abrasive, bulking, humectant (smectite group mineral / clay). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Abrasive, bulking, humectant (smectite group mineral / clay)
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted; clay minerals are generally recognized as safe for cosmetic use
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Argilla.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Filler
Humectant
Processing aids not otherwise specified
Thickening agent
Regulatory List Membership (1)
EPA Safer Chemical Ingredients List (SCIL)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Argilla.
Regulatory Flags
epa_safer_alternative
Known Synonyms
Smectite-group minerals
Chemical Function
Humectant
Abrasive
Filler
Processing aids not otherwise specified
Thickening agent
Regulatory Lists
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
SCIL (9/2019)
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Argilla allowed in the EU?
Argilla EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Argilla do in cosmetics?
Argilla functions as: Abrasive, bulking, humectant (smectite group mineral / clay). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 12199-37-0.
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