Is Mica (CI 77019) safe in cosmetics?
Mica (CI 77019) has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Mica (CI 77019)
Also known as: Mica, fluorian, Muscovite
INCI: MICA
Mica (CI 77019) (CAS 12001-26-2) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Colorant, Pearlescent Pigment, Opacifier. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
View industrial chemical safety profile for CAS 12001-26-2 →
Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Colorant, Pearlescent Pigment, Opacifier
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
FDA-permitted cosmetic colorant; no concentration restriction for nail products
For full compliance data across multiple jurisdictions, use the Substance Compliance tool.
Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Mica (CI 77019).
Calculate MoS for your specific formulation with the MoS Calculator.
Dermal Penetration Profile
Skin absorption and penetration characteristics of Mica (CI 77019), relevant to systemic exposure and MoS calculations.
Absorption %
0%
Penetration Level
surface
Penetration Depth
surface only
Molecular Weight
Variable Da
Log P
n/a
Systemic Absorption
no
Topical Bioavailability
0%
Safety Margin Factor
none
Source: CIR
Expanded Jurisdictional Detail
Additional regulatory detail beyond the 7-jurisdiction summary: Saudi SFDA, Korea MFDS, ASEAN ACD, Japan/Korea, Brazil/India, and cross-jurisdictional restriction entries.
Additional Jurisdictional Restrictions (2)
| Jurisdiction | Status | Max % | Product Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CN | permitted_colorant | - | All cosmetics (Class 1) |
| BR | permitted_colorant | - | Column 1: All products |
Typical Use Concentrations
Reported concentration ranges per product category from SCCS/CIR/industry sources.
| Product Category | Typical Range | Max Reported | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eye Shadow | 10–50 | 70 | CIR/VCRP |
| Foundation | 5–20 | 30 | CIR/VCRP |
| Highlighter | 10–60 | 80 | CIR/VCRP |
Additional Ingredient Properties
10 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
colorant_formulator
{"ci_number": "77019", "ci_name": "Mica", "color_category": "white", "color_hex_code": "#F5F5F5", "natural_or_synthetic": "natural", "organic_or_inorganic": "inorganic", "lake_or_dye": "pigment", "fda_approved_use": "lip/eye/general", "eu_approved_cosmetic": "yes", "japan_approved": "yes", "china_approved": "yes", "coverage_opacity": "transparent", "tinting_strength": "low", "lightfastness_rating"…
comedogenicity_detail
{"comedogenicity_rating": "0", "irritancy_rating": "0", "skin_type_suitability": "all,oily,combination,normal", "acne_safe": "yes", "source": "Mineral shimmer"}
cost_pricing
{"cost_tier": "budget", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_low": "4", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_high": "10", "natural_premium_markup_pct": "0", "organic_certified_premium_pct": "0", "supply_chain_volatility": "low", "primary_source_region": "India/China", "bulk_discount_threshold_kg": "1000", "seasonal_price_variation": "low", "commodity_or_specialty": "commodity", "substitute_ingredients": "Synthetic Fl…
deodorant
{"cas_number": "12001-26-2", "ingredient_class": "other", "mechanism_of_action": "odor_absorption", "antiperspirant_efficacy_sweat_reduction_pct": "0", "deodorant_efficacy_hours": "6-10", "odor_reduction_pct": "25-45", "bacteriostatic": "no", "bactericidal": "no", "microbiome_impact": "neutral", "axillary_microbiome_effect": "varies by ingredient", "MIC_value_if_antimicrobial": "varies", "astringe…
dermal_absorption
{"molecular_weight_da": "Variable", "skin_penetration_level": "surface", "penetration_depth": "surface only", "absorption_pct": "0", "systemic_absorption": "no", "penetration_enhancer": "no", "occlusion_effect": "no", "vehicle_dependent": "no", "skin_barrier_effect": "neutral", "bioavailability_topical_pct": "0", "source": "CIR"}
mineral_clay
{"cas_number": "12001-26-2", "ingredient_class": "mica", "chemical_formula": "KAl2(AlSi3O10)(OH)2", "mineral_origin": "natural", "particle_size_range_um": "5-50", "surface_area_m2_per_g": "0.5-5", "crystal_structure": "monoclinic", "color_index_CI_number": "CI 77019", "color_appearance": "white/silver", "opacity": "translucent", "refractive_index": "1.58", "oil_absorption_g_per_100g": "20-40", "wa…
pediatric_safety
{"safe_for_newborn_0_6m": "yes", "safe_for_infant_6_12m": "yes", "safe_for_toddler_1_3y": "yes", "safe_for_child_3_12y": "yes", "safe_for_teen_12_18y": "yes", "pediatric_max_concentration_pct": "unlimited", "adult_max_concentration_pct": "unlimited", "pediatric_dermal_absorption_factor": "minimal", "respiratory_risk_pediatric": "low", "diaper_area_safe": "yes", "pediatric_allergy_prevalence": "low…
ph_stability
{"optimal_ph_min": "3.0", "optimal_ph_max": "10.0", "stable_ph_min": "3.0", "stable_ph_max": "11.0", "ph_dependent_function": "Mineral shimmer", "formulation_note": "Very stable inorganic", "source": "Formulation literature"}
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Anti-caking agent
Binder
Brightener
Degradant/impurity
Dye
Elasticizer
Filler
Fragrance
No specific technical function
Opacifer
Regulatory List Membership (5)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
FDA Substances Added to Food (EAFUS)
FDA Indirect Food Contact Additives
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Mica (CI 77019).
Regulatory Flags
inorganic_pigment
pearlescent
insoluble
asbestiform_fiber_free_grade_required
nail_polish_colorant
eu_children_restricted
ifra_fragrance
fda_food_additive
Known Synonyms
Mica, fluorian
Muscovite
Chemical Function
Dye
Brightener
Opacifer
Filler
Anti-caking agent
Regulatory Lists
Canada; pharmaceutical
inert_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
pharmaceutical
Personal care
Indirect additives food contact (10/2018)
children; Europe; Personal care
children; Europe; Personal care - specialized bath products - bath salts
children; Europe; Personal care - dental care - toothpaste
Arts and crafts/Office supplies - general arts and crafts supplies - arts and crafts paint; Europe
Arts and crafts/Office supplies - general arts and crafts supplies - arts and crafts paint; Europe
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
IFRA Transparency
food_additive; Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS) (2/2019)
Europe; Personal care - oral and dental care - teeth whitener
Europe; Personal care - oral and dental care - teeth whitener
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mica (CI 77019) allowed in the EU?
Mica (CI 77019) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mica (CI 77019) do in cosmetics?
Mica (CI 77019) functions as: Colorant, Pearlescent Pigment, Opacifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 12001-26-2.
Compliance Tools
Check Mica (CI 77019) compliance across multiple jurisdictions:
Ingredient Decoder
Paste a full ingredient list for instant analysis
82 Allergen Checker
Check for EU declarable fragrance allergens
Substance Compliance
Check compliance across multiple jurisdictions
MoS Calculator
Calculate Margin of Safety using SCCS methodology
Heavy Metal Limits
Compare limits across jurisdictions
Related Ingredients
(AGARICUS BLAZEI FERMENT + GANODERMA LUCIDUM FERMENT + GANODERMA MULTIPILEUM FERMENT) EXTRACT
Good
Similar safety
Anti-sebum, Antioxidant, Skin Protecting
(ANGELICA ACUTILOBA/PAEONIA LACTIFLORA/REHMANNIA GLUTINOSA) ROOT/CNIDIUM OFFICINALE RHIZOME EXTRACT
Good
Similar safety
Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning ...
(ANGELICA ACUTILOBA/PAEONIA LACTIFLORA/REHMANNIA GLUTINOSA/SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS) ROOT/(CNIDIUM OFFICINALE/COPTIS CHINENSIS) RHIZOME/GARDENIA JASMINOIDES FRUIT/PHELLODENDRON CHINENSE BARK EXTRACT
Good
Similar safety
(ANGELICA GIGAS/GLYCYRRHIZA URALENSIS/REHMANNIA GLUTINOSA ROOT)/ANGELICA GIGAS STEM/CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS FLOWER/(CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS/PRUNUS PERSICA SEED)PORIA COCOS WATER
Good
Similar safety
Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Pr...
(ANGELICA KEISKEI/CHRYSANTHEMUM ZAWADSKII) LEAF/STEM/CINNAMOMUM CASSIA BARK/TRICHOSANTES KIRILOWII FRUIT/ULMUS DAVIDIANA BARK/ROOT/(PAEONIA JAPONICA/BUPLEURUM FALCATUM/POLYGALA TENUIFOLIA ROOT)/VISCUS ALBUM STEM EXTRACT
Good
Similar safety
Anti-seborrheic, Anti-sebum, Antioxid...
(APPLE/CITRUS JUNOS/LENTIL/PEAR/PUMPKIN/STRAWBERRY/TOMATO FRUIT)/CORN KERNEL/(ARCTIUM LAPPA/BRASSICA OLERACEA ACEPHALA/CABBAGE/CAMELLIA SINENSIS/MORINGA OLEIFERA/RADISH/SPINACH LEAF)/(SORGHUM BICOLOR LEAF/STEM)/OAT MEAL/POTATO PULP/(CARROT/NELUMBO NUCIFERA/RADISH/WILD YAM ROOT)/(AMARANTHUS HYPOCHONDRIACUS/CASHEW/CICER ARIETINUM/COIX LACRYMA-JOBI MA-YUEN /MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA/PHASEOLUS ANGULARIS/PISTACIA VERA/RHYNCHOSIA NULUBILIS/RICE/SESAME/SETARIA ITALICA/SOYBEAN/SWEET ALMOND/WHEAT SEED)/HORDEUM VULGARE SPROUT/CYPERUS ESCULENTUS TUBER/ARTEMISIA PRINCEPS/BROCCOLI/CHENOPODIUM QUINOA/ENTEROMORPHA COMPRESSA/HORDEUM VULGARE/IPOMOEA BATATAS/LAMINARIA JAPONICA/LENTINUS EDODES/PLEUROTUS OSTREATUS/PORPHYRA TENERA/UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA EXTRACT
Good
Similar safety
Antioxidant
CI 77019 (Mica)
Excellent
Chemical family
Colorant; Opacifying Agent; Bulking A...
CI 77289
Moderate
Chemical family
Dye; Pigment
Chromium Hydroxide Green
Good
Chemical family
Colorant; provides bright green shade...
Mica
Excellent
Chemical family
colorant, opacifier, pearlescent agent
MILK
Good
Browse nearby
Skin Conditioning
MIPA C12-15 Pareth Sulfate
Moderate
Browse nearby
Surfactant - cleansing; foaming agent
MIPA-Borate
Moderate
Browse nearby
Buffering (pH control)
MIPA-C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 Acetate
Moderate
Browse nearby
Surfactant - cleansing; foaming agent
(20S)-Protopanaxadiol
Moderate
Same EU status
Is Mica (CI 77019) in Your Products?
Scan any product label with Piro — our free ingredient scanner. Point your camera at the ingredients list and get instant safety scores for every ingredient.
Try Piro Free →Analyze Your Full Ingredient List
Paste any INCI list into the Decoder for instant safety analysis, or calculate the Margin of Safety for Mica (CI 77019) in your formulation.