Garnet Powder

INCI: GARNET POWDER

CAS Number
1302-62-1 (almandine: Fe₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃)
Function
Abrasive (removes dental plaque or surface dirt via mechanical polishing)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no specific CFR restriction for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Inhalation hazard if used in powder or aerosolized form due to potential respirable crystalline silica traces; particle size distribution must be controlled; not for use near eyes without size specification; heavy metal impurity testing recommended for trace minerals in natural garnet.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garnet Powder safe in cosmetics?

Inhalation hazard if used in powder or aerosolized form due to potential respirable crystalline silica traces; particle size distribution must be controlled; not for use near eyes without size specification; heavy metal impurity testing recommended for trace minerals in natural garnet. The EU classifies Garnet Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Garnet Powder allowed in the EU?

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

What does Garnet Powder do in cosmetics?

Garnet Powder functions as: Abrasive (removes dental plaque or surface dirt via mechanical polishing). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1302-62-1 (almandine: Fe₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃).

What is the Margin of Safety for Garnet 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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