Cuttlefish Bone Powder
INCI: SEPIA OFFICINALIS BONE POWDER (ALSO LISTED AS CUTTLEFISH BONE POWDER IN SOME DATABASES)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally considered safe; primarily composed of calcium carbonate (~85%) with chitin; inhalation of fine powder should be avoided during manufacturing. Derived from the internal shell (cuttlebone) of Sepia officinalis; naturally porous microstructure; high calcium carbonate content makes it a gentle physical exfoliant; also contains trace minerals
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cuttlefish Bone Powder safe in cosmetics?
Generally considered safe; primarily composed of calcium carbonate (~85%) with chitin; inhalation of fine powder should be avoided during manufacturing. Derived from the internal shell (cuttlebone) of Sepia officinalis; naturally porous microstructure; high calcium carbonate content makes it a gentle physical exfoliant; also contains trace minerals The EU classifies Cuttlefish Bone Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cuttlefish Bone Powder allowed in the EU?
Cuttlefish Bone Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cuttlefish Bone Powder do in cosmetics?
Cuttlefish Bone Powder functions as: Abrasive; Bulking Agent; Oral Care Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned in CosIng (marine-derived material).
What is the Margin of Safety for Cuttlefish Bone 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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