Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Must comply with 1% as zinc limit in EU; widely used in oral care products (toothpastes); ingestion exposure must be considered in oral products
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zinc Citrate safe in cosmetics?
Must comply with 1% as zinc limit in EU; widely used in oral care products (toothpastes); ingestion exposure must be considered in oral products The EU classifies Zinc Citrate as "restricted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Zinc Citrate allowed in the EU?
Zinc Citrate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 1%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Zinc Citrate do in cosmetics?
Zinc Citrate functions as: Oral care agent, deodorant agent, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 546-46-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Zinc Citrate?
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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