Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Halloysite is a naturally occurring aluminosilicate clay with MODERATE safety profile, permitted in both EU and US cosmetics as an absorbent and bulking agent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Halloysite safe in cosmetics?
Halloysite is a naturally occurring aluminosilicate clay with MODERATE safety profile, permitted in both EU and US cosmetics as an absorbent and bulking agent. The EU classifies Halloysite as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Halloysite allowed in the EU?
Halloysite EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Halloysite do in cosmetics?
Halloysite functions as: Absorbent; bulking agent; emulsion stabilizer (Pickering emulsions); drug/active delivery vehicle (nanotube morphology). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1332-58-7 (shared with Kaolin; Al₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·2H₂O).
What is the Margin of Safety for Halloysite?
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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