PVP Montmorillonite

INCI: PVP MONTMORILLONITE

CAS Number
Not assigned a single CAS (composite of PVP + montmorillonite clay)
Function
Viscosity controlling, stabilizing, suspending agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; PVP component reviewed by CIR Expert Panel and found safe as used; montmorillonite is GRAS [^1_15]

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Inhalation concerns for powder forms (standard for mineral powders); avoid aerosolization

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PVP Montmorillonite safe in cosmetics?

Inhalation concerns for powder forms (standard for mineral powders); avoid aerosolization The EU classifies PVP Montmorillonite as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PVP Montmorillonite allowed in the EU?

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

What does PVP Montmorillonite do in cosmetics?

PVP Montmorillonite functions as: Viscosity controlling, stabilizing, suspending agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned a single CAS (composite of PVP + montmorillonite clay).

What is the Margin of Safety for PVP Montmorillonite?

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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