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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Humic shale extract is a skin conditioning ingredient with moderate safety profile and established low sensitization risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Humic Shale Extract safe in cosmetics?
Humic shale extract is a skin conditioning ingredient with moderate safety profile and established low sensitization risk. The EU classifies Humic Shale Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Humic Shale Extract allowed in the EU?
Humic Shale Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Humic Shale Extract do in cosmetics?
Humic Shale Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not clearly assigned (may fall under CAS 68131-04-4 for humic shale-derived materials).
What is the Margin of Safety for Humic Shale Extract?
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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