Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential heavy metal contamination depending on source water body; requires supplier certification for purity. Naturally occurring silt/sediment from inland bodies of water; mineral-rich composition supports skin detoxification and conditioning claims
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Limus safe in cosmetics?
Potential heavy metal contamination depending on source water body; requires supplier certification for purity. Naturally occurring silt/sediment from inland bodies of water; mineral-rich composition supports skin detoxification and conditioning claims The EU classifies Limus as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Limus allowed in the EU?
Limus EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Limus do in cosmetics?
Limus functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (naturally occurring substance).
What is the Margin of Safety for Limus?
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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