Gallium Maltolate

INCI: GALLIUM MALTOLATE

CAS Number
108560-70-9
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; no specific CFR restriction. FDA UNII: 17LEI49C2G

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Metal-containing ingredient with gallium systemic toxicity data primarily from pharmaceutical studies; no cosmetic-specific toxicology data published; decomposes at 220°C; trace metal impurities must be controlled; no CIR review.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gallium Maltolate safe in cosmetics?

Metal-containing ingredient with gallium systemic toxicity data primarily from pharmaceutical studies; no cosmetic-specific toxicology data published; decomposes at 220°C; trace metal impurities must be controlled; no CIR review. The EU classifies Gallium Maltolate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Gallium Maltolate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Gallium Maltolate do in cosmetics?

Gallium Maltolate functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 108560-70-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Gallium Maltolate?

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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