Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Pearl powder is permitted in EU and US cosmetics; potential heavy-metal contamination (lead, cadmium) may occur depending on pearl source and shellfish-derived materials are not vegan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pearl Powder safe in cosmetics?
Pearl powder is permitted in EU and US cosmetics; potential heavy-metal contamination (lead, cadmium) may occur depending on pearl source and shellfish-derived materials are not vegan. The EU classifies Pearl Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Pearl Powder allowed in the EU?
Pearl Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pearl Powder do in cosmetics?
Pearl Powder functions as: Skin conditioning, antimicrobial. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS assigned; calcium carbonate component: 1317-65-3; conchiolin component: 11028-72-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Pearl Powder?
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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