Dolomite Powder

INCI: DOLOMITE

CAS Number
16389-88-1
Function
Abrasive, Bulking Agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; no specific CFR restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Dolomite is permitted in EU and US cosmetics; inhalation exposure is a concern in micronized or powder forms, particularly in loose powders or aerosols—confirm particle size distribution excludes respirable fraction below 10 micrometers and test for crystalline silica impurity.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dolomite Powder safe in cosmetics?

Dolomite is permitted in EU and US cosmetics; inhalation exposure is a concern in micronized or powder forms, particularly in loose powders or aerosols—confirm particle size distribution excludes respirable fraction below 10 micrometers and test for crystalline silica impurity. The EU classifies Dolomite Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Dolomite Powder allowed in the EU?

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

What does Dolomite Powder do in cosmetics?

Dolomite Powder functions as: Abrasive, Bulking Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 16389-88-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dolomite Powder?

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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