Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cobalt allergen with 5–10% prevalence of contact allergy in dermatitis patients; cross-reactivity with nickel allergy noted. Avoid in eye-area and sensitive-skin products due to high sensitization risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cobalt Gluconate safe in cosmetics?
Cobalt allergen with 5–10% prevalence of contact allergy in dermatitis patients; cross-reactivity with nickel allergy noted. Avoid in eye-area and sensitive-skin products due to high sensitization risk. The EU classifies Cobalt Gluconate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cobalt Gluconate allowed in the EU?
Cobalt Gluconate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cobalt Gluconate do in cosmetics?
Cobalt Gluconate functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 71957-08-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cobalt Gluconate?
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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