Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
As a mineral (mica group), primary concerns relate to potential heavy metal contamination (trace amounts of iron, aluminum) and respirable dust during manufacturing; finished cosmetic use is considered safe. Black magnesium/iron-based mica mineral; chemical formula K(Mg,Fe)₃AlSi₃O₁₀(OH)₂; forms thin, highly translucent sheets; insoluble in water; provides golden-brown luster when pulverized
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Biotite safe in cosmetics?
As a mineral (mica group), primary concerns relate to potential heavy metal contamination (trace amounts of iron, aluminum) and respirable dust during manufacturing; finished cosmetic use is considered safe. Black magnesium/iron-based mica mineral; chemical formula K(Mg,Fe)₃AlSi₃O₁₀(OH)₂; forms thin, highly translucent sheets; insoluble in water; provides golden-brown luster when pulverized The EU classifies Biotite as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Biotite allowed in the EU?
Biotite EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Biotite do in cosmetics?
Biotite functions as: Bulking (reduces density of products), viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1302-27-8 (biotite mica).
What is the Margin of Safety for Biotite?
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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