Titanium Hydroxide

INCI: TITANIUM HYDROXIDE

CAS Number
20338-08-3
Function
pH adjuster
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not a listed color additive; no VCRP use reported; permitted as cosmetic ingredient

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Alkaline โ€” can cause irritation at high concentrations; must be buffered properly

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Titanium Hydroxide safe in cosmetics?

Alkaline โ€” can cause irritation at high concentrations; must be buffered properly The EU classifies Titanium Hydroxide as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Titanium Hydroxide allowed in the EU?

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

What does Titanium Hydroxide do in cosmetics?

Titanium Hydroxide functions as: pH adjuster. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 20338-08-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Titanium Hydroxide?

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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