Good Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

Kaolin Calcined

INCI: KAOLIN

CAS Number
1332-58-7
Function
Absorbent, opacifying, mattifying, bulking
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR Expert Panel concluded safe in current use practices; FDA considers safe in cosmetics

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Safety Data

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

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Toxicological Studies

6 study endpoints found for Kaolin Calcined. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL ca.2500 mg/kg bw/day oral code:3544 oral REACH
NOAEL >5000 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 10000 mg/kg bw/day oral code:3544 oral REACH
NOAEL 1760 other oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 5270 other oral mouse oral REACH
NOAEL 8980 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Hazard Statements
No hazard classification according to GHS criteria
Short-term Exposure Effects
May cause mechanical irritation.
Long-term Exposure Effects
Lungs may be affected by repeated or prolongated exposure to dust particles. This may result in fibrosis (kaolinosis).
Routes of Exposure
Exposure mainly occurs via inhalation.

Expert Verdict

Heat-treated calcined form of kaolin with superior oil absorption and mattifying performance compared to natural kaolin; widely used in oil-control formulas, powders, and dry shampoos; considered safe and inert.

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Concern Level: None

Regulatory Flags

calcined mattifying oil-absorbing inorganic natural-origin epa_safer_alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaolin Calcined safe in cosmetics?

Heat-treated calcined form of kaolin with superior oil absorption and mattifying performance compared to natural kaolin; widely used in oil-control formulas, powders, and dry shampoos; considered safe and inert. The EU classifies Kaolin Calcined as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 6 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is Kaolin Calcined allowed in the EU?

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

What does Kaolin Calcined do in cosmetics?

Kaolin Calcined functions as: Absorbent, opacifying, mattifying, bulking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1332-58-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Kaolin Calcined?

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.

What is the NOAEL for Kaolin Calcined?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Kaolin Calcined is ca.2500 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in code:3544. A total of 6 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.

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