Zinc Hydroxyapatite

INCI: ZINC HYDROXYAPATITE

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Oral Care (cleans, deodorises, protects oral cavity/teeth)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically regulated as a cosmetic active; general cosmetic ingredient

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

None significant; ensure zinc content remains within EU total zinc guidelines if formulated with other zinc salts

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zinc Hydroxyapatite safe in cosmetics?

None significant; ensure zinc content remains within EU total zinc guidelines if formulated with other zinc salts The EU classifies Zinc Hydroxyapatite as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Zinc Hydroxyapatite allowed in the EU?

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

What does Zinc Hydroxyapatite do in cosmetics?

Zinc Hydroxyapatite functions as: Oral Care (cleans, deodorises, protects oral cavity/teeth). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Zinc Hydroxyapatite?

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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