Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Non-comedogenic (comedogenicity rating 0). Inhalation of manganese dust is a concern in occupational settings, but at cosmetic-use concentrations in finished products the risk is considered low. Functions similarly to zinc oxide and titanium dioxide as a physical UV filter by reflecting and scattering UV radiation; however, it is far less commonly used due to cost, availability, and formulation compatibility limitations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Manganese Oxide safe in cosmetics?
Non-comedogenic (comedogenicity rating 0). Inhalation of manganese dust is a concern in occupational settings, but at cosmetic-use concentrations in finished products the risk is considered low. Functions similarly to zinc oxide and titanium dioxide as a physical UV filter by reflecting and scattering UV radiation; however, it is far less commonly used due to cost, availability, and formulation compatibility limitations The EU classifies Manganese Oxide as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Manganese Oxide allowed in the EU?
Manganese Oxide EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Manganese Oxide do in cosmetics?
Manganese Oxide functions as: UV absorber - protects cosmetic products and skin from UV-light damage. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1344-43-0 (MnO) / 1313-13-9 (MnO₂); CosIng does not specify a single CAS for the cosmetic entry.
What is the Margin of Safety for Manganese Oxide?
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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