Is Scallop Shell Powder safe in cosmetics?
Scallop Shell Powder has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: restricted.
GOOD
Cosmetic Ingredient
Scallop Shell Powder
INCI: SCALLOP SHELL POWDER [^1_2]
Scallop Shell Powder (CAS Not assigned (mineral/animal-derived powder) [^1_2]) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Deodorant, abrasive, absorbent [^1_3]. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
CAS Number
Not assigned (mineral/animal-derived powder) [^1_2]
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Function
Deodorant, abrasive, absorbent [^1_3]
Editorial assessment
GOOD
Preliminary editorial note — not a computed safety verdict.
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted; permitted under general cosmetic ingredient provisions
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Scallop Shell Powder.
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Editorial summary
Preliminary editorial summary for Scallop Shell Powder — not a computed safety verdict. See the sourced toxicological data above.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Scallop Shell Powder allowed in the EU?
Scallop Shell Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Scallop Shell Powder do in cosmetics?
Scallop Shell Powder functions as: Deodorant, abrasive, absorbent [^1_3]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (mineral/animal-derived powder) [^1_2].
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