Humic Acids

INCI: HUMIC ACIDS

CAS Number
1415-93-6
Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” not specifically restricted under 21 CFR Parts 700โ€“740; formulators must ensure safety under FD&C Act ยง601

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

GHS classification: Skin Irritant Category 2 (H315), Eye Irritant Category 2 (H319), Respiratory Irritant Category 3 (H335); potential heavy metal contamination from geological source; batch-to-batch variability; purity specifications critical

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Humic Acids safe in cosmetics?

GHS classification: Skin Irritant Category 2 (H315), Eye Irritant Category 2 (H319), Respiratory Irritant Category 3 (H335); potential heavy metal contamination from geological source; batch-to-batch variability; purity specifications critical The EU classifies Humic Acids as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Humic Acids allowed in the EU?

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

What does Humic Acids do in cosmetics?

Humic Acids functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1415-93-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Humic Acids?

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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