Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Causes skin and eye irritation per GHS classification; must be formulated to be non-irritating. Harmful if swallowed, particularly relevant for lip products. Must ensure non-nano particle size. Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (H410).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Copper Carbonate Hydroxide safe in cosmetics?
Causes skin and eye irritation per GHS classification; must be formulated to be non-irritating. Harmful if swallowed, particularly relevant for lip products. Must ensure non-nano particle size. Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (H410). The EU classifies Copper Carbonate Hydroxide as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Copper Carbonate Hydroxide allowed in the EU?
Copper Carbonate Hydroxide EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Copper Carbonate Hydroxide do in cosmetics?
Copper Carbonate Hydroxide functions as: Antimicrobial and pigment in makeup applications. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 12069-69-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Copper Carbonate Hydroxide?
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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