Is Wool Powder safe in cosmetics?
Wool Powder has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Wool Powder
INCI: WOOL POWDER
Wool Powder (CAS No unique CAS assigned for the powder form; related to keratin fiber) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Bulking agent, absorbent, skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
No unique CAS assigned for the powder form; related to keratin fiber
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Function
Bulking agent, absorbent, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted for cosmetic use under general ingredient provisions
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Wool Powder.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Wool Powder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wool Powder allowed in the EU?
Wool Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Wool Powder do in cosmetics?
Wool Powder functions as: Bulking agent, absorbent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No unique CAS assigned for the powder form; related to keratin fiber.
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