Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Heavy metal contamination is the primary concern (volcanic soils can be naturally high in arsenic, mercury, lead); microbiological testing required for water-containing formulations; particle size matters for inhalation products; Chinese regulation caps at 30%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Volcanic Soil safe in cosmetics?
Heavy metal contamination is the primary concern (volcanic soils can be naturally high in arsenic, mercury, lead); microbiological testing required for water-containing formulations; particle size matters for inhalation products; Chinese regulation caps at 30% The EU classifies Volcanic Soil as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Volcanic Soil allowed in the EU?
Volcanic Soil EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 30%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Volcanic Soil do in cosmetics?
Volcanic Soil functions as: Skin conditioning, absorbent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: None assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Volcanic Soil?
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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