Tourmaline Powder

INCI: TOURMALINE POWDER

CAS Number
1317-93-7 (same base mineral as Tourmaline)
Function
Abrasive, bulking agent, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; no specific restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Inhalation risk โ€” if used in loose powders, pressed powders, or spray formulations, particle size distribution must be assessed; avoid respirable fraction <10 ยตm. Heavy metal testing essential for natural mineral sourcing

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tourmaline Powder safe in cosmetics?

Inhalation risk โ€” if used in loose powders, pressed powders, or spray formulations, particle size distribution must be assessed; avoid respirable fraction <10 ยตm. Heavy metal testing essential for natural mineral sourcing The EU classifies Tourmaline Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Tourmaline Powder allowed in the EU?

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

What does Tourmaline Powder do in cosmetics?

Tourmaline Powder functions as: Abrasive, bulking agent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1317-93-7 (same base mineral as Tourmaline).

What is the Margin of Safety for Tourmaline 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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