Is Monazite safe in cosmetics?
Monazite has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Monazite
INCI: MONAZITE
Monazite (CAS 1306-41-8) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Abrasive (when listed in cosmetics context). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Abrasive (when listed in cosmetics context)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Chemistry & Identifiers
IUPAC Name
cerium(3+);lanthanum(3+);neodymium(3+);oxygen(2-);phosphate
InChIKey
IKNAJTLCCWPIQD-UHFFFAOYSA-K
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not published a standalone safety assessment for most Monascus ferment INCI names; manufacturers bear responsibility for safety substantiation under both EU CPSR and US MoCRA frameworks.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Monazite.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Biocide
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Monazite.
Regulatory Flags
natural-origin
Chemical Function
Biocide
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Monazite allowed in the EU?
Monazite EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Monazite do in cosmetics?
Monazite functions as: Abrasive (when listed in cosmetics context). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1306-41-8.
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