Pegmatite

INCI: PEGMATITE

CAS Number
Not assigned (natural mineral rock — coarse-grained igneous composite of feldspar, quartz, mica)
Function
Abrasive, bulking agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes FDA: not restricted; treated as inert mineral ingredient

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Source-dependent heavy metal contamination requires testing for Pb, As, Cd, Hg per EU Cosmetics Regulation limits; particle size distribution must be controlled due to respirable fraction concern in powder products.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pegmatite safe in cosmetics?

Source-dependent heavy metal contamination requires testing for Pb, As, Cd, Hg per EU Cosmetics Regulation limits; particle size distribution must be controlled due to respirable fraction concern in powder products. The EU classifies Pegmatite as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Pegmatite allowed in the EU?

Pegmatite EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Pegmatite do in cosmetics?

Pegmatite functions as: Abrasive, bulking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (natural mineral rock — coarse-grained igneous composite of feldspar, quartz, mica).

What is the Margin of Safety for Pegmatite?

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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