Graphite Oxide

INCI: GRAPHITE OXIDE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned for cosmetic use (bulk precursor to graphene oxide)
Function
Antioxidant; Conductive agent; Humectant
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes No specific cosmetic regulation; general FDCA safety requirements apply. Not established for cosmetic use without full safety assessment.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Not a recognized INCI ingredient with no CosIng listing, CIR, or SCCS review; lacks cosmetic safety dossier and nanomaterial safety data; would require full novel ingredient safety assessment under EC 1223/2009 Article 3 before cosmetic use.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graphite Oxide safe in cosmetics?

Not a recognized INCI ingredient with no CosIng listing, CIR, or SCCS review; lacks cosmetic safety dossier and nanomaterial safety data; would require full novel ingredient safety assessment under EC 1223/2009 Article 3 before cosmetic use. The EU classifies Graphite Oxide as "restricted". Safety rating: POOR.

Is Graphite Oxide allowed in the EU?

Graphite Oxide EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Graphite Oxide do in cosmetics?

Graphite Oxide functions as: Antioxidant; Conductive agent; Humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned for cosmetic use (bulk precursor to graphene oxide).

What is the Margin of Safety for Graphite Oxide?

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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