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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally considered safe. Mild abrasive - particle size and hardness should be controlled to prevent excessive enamel wear in dental products. Non-toxic, non-sensitizing.. Functions as a gentle dental abrasive, providing polishing action without excessive enamel damage. Also serves as a bulking agent and filler in powder cosmetics. The phosphate component can contribute to remineralization in oral care contexts. Acts as a plastic stabilizer in non-cosmetic industrial applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Generally considered safe. Mild abrasive - particle size and hardness should be controlled to prevent excessive enamel wear in dental products. Non-toxic, non-sensitizing.. Functions as a gentle dental abrasive, providing polishing action without excessive enamel damage. Also serves as a bulking agent and filler in powder cosmetics. The phosphate component can contribute to remineralization in oral care contexts. Acts as a plastic stabilizer in non-cosmetic industrial applications. The EU classifies Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate functions as: Abrasive, oral care, bulking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7757-86-0 (anhydrous); 7782-75-4 (trihydrate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate?
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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