Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Magnesium phosphate is a permitted buffering and bulking agent used in oral care products with low systemic absorption and no sensitization concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnesium Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Magnesium phosphate is a permitted buffering and bulking agent used in oral care products with low systemic absorption and no sensitization concerns. The EU classifies Magnesium Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Magnesium Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Phosphate functions as: Oral care agent, buffering agent, bulking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7757-87-1 (tribasic).
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Phosphate?
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.
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