Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ensure heavy metals (Pb, As, Cd, Hg) are within ICH/EU limits for mineral-origin ingredients; zinc oxide nanoparticle concerns do not apply to calamine (bulk particle size)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calamine safe in cosmetics?
Ensure heavy metals (Pb, As, Cd, Hg) are within ICH/EU limits for mineral-origin ingredients; zinc oxide nanoparticle concerns do not apply to calamine (bulk particle size) The EU classifies Calamine as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Calamine allowed in the EU?
Calamine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Calamine do in cosmetics?
Calamine functions as: Absorbent, Opacifying, Skin Protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8011-96-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Calamine?
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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