Coral Powder

INCI: CORAL POWDER

CAS Number
No single CAS assigned
Function
Abrasive, bulking agent, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - not prohibited or restricted; fossilized coral processing often follows FDA cGMP standards

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Environmental sustainability is the primary concern; fossilized (dead) coral sourcing mitigates reef damage; potential trace heavy metal content requires testing; particle size must be controlled for exfoliant safety. Composed primarily of calcium carbonate with 74+ trace minerals; available in particle sizes from 4 µm to 850 µm; fossilized coral is the sustainable sourcing option; texture similar to talc with sebum-absorbing properties

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coral Powder safe in cosmetics?

Environmental sustainability is the primary concern; fossilized (dead) coral sourcing mitigates reef damage; potential trace heavy metal content requires testing; particle size must be controlled for exfoliant safety. Composed primarily of calcium carbonate with 74+ trace minerals; available in particle sizes from 4 µm to 850 µm; fossilized coral is the sustainable sourcing option; texture similar to talc with sebum-absorbing properties The EU classifies Coral Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Coral Powder allowed in the EU?

Coral Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Coral Powder do in cosmetics?

Coral Powder functions as: Abrasive, bulking agent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Coral Powder?

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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